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ALNET is a web application that centralizes the AP and AR invoices between Air Liquide and its subsidiaries and compensates them at the end of each monthly cycle.
The ALNET Senior Analyst plays an important role interacting with the multiple Finance teams by working closely with the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, Accounting, Treasury, CAG GL, Corporate Accounting, AMG, Head Office (Netting Center) and the Business Support Center (BSC) functions.
The Senior Analyst is a central point of contact by assisting with the research of open items in both SAP (S/4) and ALNET, collaborating with the Finance teams by sharing knowledge and understanding their processes.
This role requires a continuous improvement mind-set.
Therefore, the ALNET Senior Analyst is required to have a broad understanding of these tasks and exhibit a high level of ownership over the ALNET process.
This position is recognized for financial and business expertise gained through a series of professional assignments relating to the ALNET process, demonstrating increasing responsibility.
Such expertise may be concentrated in a specific technical area or span multiple areas across finance and accounting.
This position will be a co-located position reporting to the Director - Financial Reporting Systems in Wilmington, DE until the Record-to-Report ALABS BSC transition period begins in July 2025.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Demonstrate expertise and provide support to the Finance teams and ALNET users at Airgas, provide training, encourage best practices, and drive continuous improvement.Engage the AP, AR, Cash Applications, Accounting functions at both the Airgas Business Units and the ALABS BSC to clear the aged items.Resolve open items on the ALNET Account Reconciliation clearing account with a strong concentration on the older aged items.Support the reconciliation process of the ALNET clearing account.Be the central point of contact for variances between Airgas and Air Liquide.Work on the customer and master data updates to be aligned with the ALNET Code for Airgas.Download the AP/AR extracts from SAP and load them in ALNET.Publish the Open AR/AP Aged Items report to the AP and AR teams on a monthly basis.Distribute the Consolidated Extracts, Settlement and Analysis Power Query to the Finance Teams.Meet, at a minimum, on a monthly basis with the Finance teams to share updates to the process and address issues.Ensure resolution of ALNET inquiries in an effective and timely manner.
Escalate issues encountered to the appropriate technical support structure (Netting Center, AL subsidiaries, ALABS BSC, or Airgas Finance Teams).Coordinate and support ALNET projects based on an agreed project plan and attributes (change impact, tests, etc.
).Perform tests in SAP and ALNET when enhancements are needed by setting up calls/meetings, provide training to impacted parties, and coordinating with all stakeholders to ensure the smooth functionality of the changes in SAP and ALNET.Maintain the ALNET Documentation Narrative and job aids that outlines the process with Airgas.Maintain and update all related documentation and provide support related to ALNET for the queries submitted by Airgas Finance Teams (AP, AR, Cash Apps, Accounting).Update Microsoft Power Query as needed and provide enhancements to the process.COMPETENCIES: Experience with and understanding of IFRS.ERP (preferably SAP) or other general ledger computer system experience.Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.High Level of English Proficiency is required.Strong organizational and project management skills; demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels of the organization.Able to operate at a detailed level without losing sight of the big picture.Action oriented; thrives in a dynamic environment; willing to take the initiative when the opportunity presents itself.Analytical thinker, with a strong background in accounting processes and data flows.Flexible/team player; comfortable changing directions mid-stream; able to work collaboratively with the teams within record-to-report; with an end to end mindset.Google Suite platform experience a plus.REQUIREMENTS: BS degree in Accounting or Finance, Chartered Accountant/Public Accountant a plus.3+ years of financial analysis experience in a public or private company environment.Experience with Intercompany activities, Accounts Payable, Treasury, and SAP.Microsoft Power Query knowledge.Basic understanding of the end-to-end record-to-report processes with proven hands-on experience in GL accounting and reporting.High level of ownership mindset.Strong problem solving and analytical skills.Our Differences make our Performance At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background.
We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.
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