Analyst, Payables Systems

OverviewJoin to apply for the Analyst, Payables Systems role at Georgetown University.Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.ResponsibilitiesAdministration and operational support of payables systems, software, and processes used for outbound payments, including the administration of the University’s procurement card program.Serve as a team member on the Revenue, Receivables, and Payables Systems team, supporting multi-departmental efforts on payables systems and the utilization of existing systems to meet the University’s needs.Business process design and redesign, systems security, and management of interfaces between systems, including but not limited to the deployment of new and upgraded systems and processes.Iterative efforts to make systemic and process improvements.Understand security for all payables systems, including system security and data integrity.Maintain integrations with banking partner and artificial intelligence system.Development and implementation of standard operating procedures, control procedures, and schedules.Monitor activity and usage patterns in support of Internal Audit and identify potential elements of fraud.Administration of the University’s Procurement Card Program, including design, implementation, and oversight of processes by which procurement cards are issued, suspended, revoked, and modified, including credit card limits and handling inquiries and requests for service.Review and reconciliation of procurement card transactions to ensure compliance with University policies, and provide guidance to departments on procurement card purchases of goods and services.Improve the procurement card training program for new users, and provide procurement card reporting, analytics and communication to card holders and management.System maintenance, upgrades, and integrations; liaise between the University, the credit card provider and cardholders.Support multi-departmental efforts on payables systems and the utilization of existing systems; stay abreast of the landscape of systems available for payables management and make recommendations to management regarding new systems to adopt.Work InteractionsThe Analyst reports to the Associate Director of Payables Systems and works closely with the Associate Director of Accounts Payable to ensure payment systems and processes meet payable standards, and that appropriate reporting of payment activity is available. The position interacts with staff across various levels, providing guidance on procurement card policies and purchases of goods and services, and collaborates with University Information Systems, Purchasing and Contracts, and General Accounting. The role supports multi-departmental efforts on payables systems and current utilization of existing systems, and provides recommendations on payables policies and partners that optimize operational efficiency, security, cost, and return on investment. The role may work with external parties, including acting as a primary point of contact for Georgetown’s corporate card banking partner and their interface with Georgetown’s financial system. The Analyst is expected to be extensively cross-trained and able to perform the full range of Payables Systems activities with consistent accuracy, timeliness, and customer service and problem solving.Requirements And QualificationsBachelor’s degree2 years’ experience in a finance, accounting, or business operationExcellent oral and written communication skillsPreferred QualificationsAdvanced degree in business, finance, accounting, technology management, or related fieldExperience in a higher education environmentExperience with project managementExperience with travel & expense managementExperience with corporate card administration and toolsExperience with Workday FinancialsWork Mode DesignationThis position has been designated as Remote. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: RangeThe projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:$44,022.00 - $73,406.80Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.EEO StatementGeorgetown University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.BenefitsGeorgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-24