Accounts Payable Analyst

About the role

At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you'll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you'll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD™.

About the Role

The Accounts Payable Analyst plays a key role in supporting the end-to-end accounts payable function while driving process improvements, resolving non-routine issues, and providing insights through data analysis.

This role reports to the Accounts Payable Manager and partners closely with the Accounting, Planning and Procurement, and other cross-functional stakeholders to maintain strong relationships with our suppliers and to ensure vendor records are accurate and complete.

What You'll Do

• Manage assigned vendor accounts, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, issue resolution, approvals, payment execution, and vendor communications in compliance with company policies and service level expectations
• Perform and review SAP reporting (e.g., GRIR, MRBR) to identify trends, exceptions, and process improvement opportunities
• Investigate and resolve non-routine AP issues, partnering with procurement, receiving, accounting, and IT teams as needed
• Perform and support cash application activities, ensuring timely and accurate posting of vendor payments while investigating and resolving unapplied or misapplied cash
• Support administration of the corporate travel and expense process through Concur and the corporate card program, providing end-user support and issue resolution
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements across accounts payable and expense management processes
• Support month-end close activities, including accrual analysis, reporting, reconciliations, and other accounting support as needed
• Assist in training and coaching Accounts Payable Specialists to promote consistency, quality, and professional development
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls within the AP function
• Support compliance activities, including vendor record maintenance (W-9s), 1099 reporting, and audit requests.
• Contribute to special projects, system enhancements, and cross-functional initiatives that support the continued evolution of the procure-to-pay process.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of relevant accounts payable or accounting experience
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve non-routine issues
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to analyze and interpret data
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality
• Ability to work independently with general direction and manage multiple priorities
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on eliminating waste and driving efficiency

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Benefits & Perks

• Click here to learn about the benefits and perks we offer at YETI.
• YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Our commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees.
• We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD.
• Find out more about our commitment to DE&I at yeti.com/esg.html.