THE POSITION:The Purchase Order (PO) & General Ledger (GL) Analyst is responsible for creating, reviewing, and managing purchase orders to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing. Also responsible for accurately reviewing, assigning, and validating accounting codes for financial transactions. This role ensures that all entries are properly classified in accordance with company policies, accounting standards, and reporting requirements. The analyst works closely with accounting, finance, and operational teams to maintain the integrity of the general ledger and support timely financial reporting. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Create, review, and process purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Key focus on ensuring GL coding is accurate and consistent, helping to eliminate downstream corrections
- Review financial transactions and supporting documentation to assign appropriate general ledger codes
- Ensure accuracy and consistency in coding across departments and systems
- Analyze discrepancies, resolve coding errors, and recommend corrective actions
- Maintain and update GL coding structures, hierarchies, and mappings
- Work closely with PO requestors to educate on proper practices
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable and other teams to ensure proper classification of expenses and revenues
- Collaborate with procurement, finance, and operations teams to resolve discrepancies
- Create "coding keys" for each department to help guide them through the PO creation process
- Communicate with vendors to confirm order details and issue resolution
- Support audits by providing documentation and explanations for coding decisions
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and contractual obligations
- Generate reports and perform data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, or inefficiencies
- Recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency in coding workflows
- Assist with month-end close processes, including accruals and reporting
- Generate reports and dashboards related to purchasing activity and performance metrics
- Monitor purchase orders to ensure timely closing and receiving.
- Assist with creating annual blanket POs for utility and other operating costs
- Develop and maintain working relationships with departments across the entire company to help streamline and troubleshoot potential GL issues
THE DETAILS: - Location: Denver, CO - In Office 3 days, Work from Home 2 days
- Travel: Minimal domestic travel required, 5-10%
- Benefits: Healthcare, Dental Care, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Leave Programs
- Must be eligible to work in the United States
- Must pass comprehensive background screening
MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, or GL-related work
- Strong understanding of general ledger structures and accounting principles (GAAP)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis)
- High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Skills- Knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain operations
- Experience with contract management and vendor negotiations
- Experience with financial data mapping or chart of accounts management
- Knowledge of automation tools or data processing systems
- Experience in large, multi-entity or shared services environments
Compensation Range: $76,320.00 - $83,740.00
THIS MIGHT BE RIGHT FOR YOU IF:- You are a strong communicator, you are persuasive and clear, blending analytics with experience in decision-making.
- You do not get flustered easily. You can juggle multiple priorities while balancing urgent requests with shifting timelines and deliverables.
- You are a team builder. You take the time to understand and develop the strengths of your resources while formulating long-term plans for the growth and success of the team.
- You are naturally curious and driven toward continual improvement. While you celebrate your successes, you take time to review and analyze campaigns for future learning.
