Accounting Analyst

About the role

We are looking for an Accounting Analyst to join a healthcare organization in Grand Blanc, Michigan in a contract-to-permanent role. This position supports supply chain and financial operations by maintaining accurate contract, pricing, and item data while helping prevent disruptions across purchasing and invoice processes. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and experience working with vendors, internal stakeholders, and transactional systems in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage supply chain contract records by organizing documentation, maintaining electronic files, and entering pricing details with a strong emphasis on accuracy and data consistency.
• Identify and correct system-related issues promptly to reduce operational disruptions and support smooth purchasing and supply chain activity.
• Track contract terms, renewal timelines, and pricing exceptions, and alert leadership to concerns before they create downstream issues.
• Research pricing variances reported by order processing teams and update records using contract documentation and input from sourcing partners.
• Review invoice and purchase order discrepancies, determine root causes, and communicate clear resolution details to Accounts Payable.
• Partner with finance teams, business stakeholders, and vendors to reconcile transactions, resolve billing issues, and secure vendor credits when needed.
• Maintain item master data by updating vendor information, catalog details, pricing, packaging, units of measure, and product status changes.
• Support data audits and cleanup efforts across supply chain systems while helping end users improve their use of related tools and processes.
• Process distributor pricing updates and vendor price change notices to help ensure current and reliable pricing information across systems.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives by assisting with assessments, tracking results, and supporting action plans that strengthen departmental performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 7 years of experience in supply chain, healthcare, information systems, data management, business, or a related field; or an associate degree with 5 years of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in an analytical, accounting, supply chain, healthcare, or business operations environment.
• Working knowledge of Accounts Payable processes, invoice review, billing functions, and discrepancy resolution.
• Experience using ERP or inventory management platforms; exposure to PeopleSoft is preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze data, identify inconsistencies, and support reporting needs.
• Ability to work effectively with vendors and cross-functional teams to resolve pricing, contract, and invoice-related issues.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage large volumes of data with accuracy.
• Preferred experience in healthcare operations and supply chain management, including vendor discrepancy resolution.

Skills

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze data, identify inconsistencies, and support reporting needs.
• Ability to work effectively with vendors and cross-functional teams to resolve pricing, contract, and invoice-related issues.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage large volumes of data with accuracy.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance for contract/temporary professionals.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.
• Access to top jobs, competitive compensation, and free online training.