Compliance Analyst Accounts Payable, Full time - Days

Be a part of a world - class academic healthcare system, Uchicago Medicine, as a Compliance Analyst in the Accounts Payable Department. This position will be primarily a work from home opportunity with the requirement to come onsite as needed. You may be based outside of the greater Chicagoland area.

The Compliance Analyst – Accounts Payable ensures adherence to internal controls, organizational policies, and regulatory standards for accounts payable processes, vendor master maintenance, expense reimbursements, and corporate card transactions. This role plays a critical part in identifying risks, improving process integrity, and ensuring quality assurance across all AP-related activities. By maintaining strict segregation of duties and conducting independent audits, the Compliance Analyst strengthens the financial controls of the organization while collaborating cross-functionally to resolve compliance issues and improve efficiency.

Essential Job Functions

• Conduct regular audits of accounts payable transactions, including vendor payments, expense reimbursements,
  and corporate card usage.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements (e.g., Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute), and
  vendor contract terms.
• Perform root cause analysis for discrepancies, errors, or policy violations and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation of audit findings and track resolution progress.
• Evaluate AP processes to ensure adherence to internal controls and mitigate risks of fraud, errors, or
  unauthorized payments.
• Monitor compliance with vendor management policies, expense reimbursement guidelines, and corporate card
  usage.
• Collaborate with the internal audit team to support broader compliance initiatives.
• Review and approve vendor setup and updates in the ERP system to ensure data accuracy and policy
  compliance.
• Conduct periodic audits of the vendor master file to identify and resolve duplicate or inactive vendor records.
• Partner with Supply Chain teams to validate vendor information and compliance with contracts.
• Develop and update AP compliance policies and procedures to align with organizational objectives and
  regulatory standards.
• Provide training and support to AP staff and other stakeholders on compliance requirements and quality
  assurance practices.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Treasury, Legal, Finance, and IT teams to align AP compliance processes with
  overall business objectives.
• Contribute to cross-departmental projects aimed at improving system controls, automation, and efficiency.
• Generate compliance and audit reports to provide insights to senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and work with relevant teams to implement improvements.
• Inventory and report on key compliance metrics and the effectiveness of internal controls.

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience years of relevant experience in accounts payable, compliance, or auditing within a healthcare or highly regulated industry.
• Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP): Offered by the Institute of Finance and Management.
• (IOFM), Certified Accounts Payable Associate (CAPA), Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in accounting software packages; experience with Oracle Cloud ERP preferred.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, with exceptional proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of
  the organization and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills, with the ability to
  manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience with Oracle Supplier Portal and 1099 processing.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in both independent and team
  environments.
• Proven ability to identify process inefficiencies and develop innovative solutions to improve
  workflows.
• Demonstrated dependability, responsibility, and a strong work ethic.

Position Details

• Job Type: Full Time (1.0 FTE) 
• Shift: Days M-F 
• Work Location: Flexible Remote 
• Department: Accounts Payable 
• CBA Code: Non-Union 

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

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UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits.  The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.