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Job Summary
The Supplier Relationship Analyst performs duties to support the Financial Services supplier maintenance operations. The position requires excellent customer service and relationship building skills. The Supplier Relationship Analyst is responsible for ensuring compliance with all appropriate University, Federal, and State policies and regulations. The ideal candidate will be a proactive worker with the ability to anticipate issues and provide guidance on solving problems.
Responsibilities
- Conducts due diligence on records for new and existing suppliers to ensure compliance with federal regulations and University policies.
- Ensures government compliance forms are filed, including W9 and W8 forms for new suppliers, to ensure accuracy of 1099 and 1042S reporting.
- Performs data analysis and periodic review of supplier database to ensure data remains up-to-date and accurate.
- Acts as a conduit between campus stakeholders, central offices, and suppliers to update and complete records.
- Collaborates with Procurement Services team to maintain integrity of the supplier database.
- Responds to supplier inquiries related to supplier record.
- Manages relationships with suppliers as required and appropriate.
- Creates and/or maintains supplier information accurately in accounting system and supporting database.
- Continuously seeks opportunities to make improvements of procedures and systems.
- Performs miscellaneous functions and/or projects as directed by the Supplier Relationship Supervisor.
- Responds to and researches accounts receivable/payable inquiries including payments to vendors and reimbursements to individuals with guidance and direction from others.
- Collects, interprets, and performs routine analyses of payables data. Likely to act as an informal resource to associates with less experience.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.---
Work Experience:
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration.
Experience:
- A minimum of two years business experience.
- Previous experience in a higher education institution.
- Experience in a customer service environment.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
- Familiarity with administrative processes, procedures, and systems within a university setting.
- Accomplished in computer tools including MS Office.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and databases.
- Experience working with Oracle Cloud.
- Working knowledge of interfaces between accounts payable and other financial systems.
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles and accounts payable practices/techniques.
Preferred Competencies
- Strong personal computer skills.
- Communicate effectively and professionally both verbal and written.
- Participate as a team player and positively influence group activity.
- Proven problem solving and analytical skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Prioritize and handle numerous tasks daily.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
FLSA Status
Pay Frequency
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Benefits Eligible
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Posting Statement
Employees must comply with the University’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements. More information about the requirements can be found on the University of Chicago Vaccination GoForward .
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Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
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