Sr Analyst Funding, Global Client Payments

• The Sr Analyst, Funding, Global Client Payments position at Avalara is a critical role supporting funding operations on Avalara's Global Client Payments ("GCP") team
• You will manage the accurate application and reporting of customer funds received, ACH returned items, and notifications of change
• You will also be responsible for preparation and distribution of customer reporting
• We are looking for strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to identify and work through problems independently

What Your Responsibilities Will Be

• Perform daily reconciliation of customer funds received, addressing exception items and applying the funds to customer accounts accurately and timely
• Update business unit specific Do Not Pay ("DNP") lists accurately and timely
• Monitor and report on returned ACH items and notifications of change
• Prepare and disseminate monthly customer reporting
• Provide monthly funding analytics identifying unusual fluctuations or balances
• Support audit requirement on a quarterly and annual basis
• Provide support for daily general ledger entries and reconciliations relating to settlement of daily funds
• Special projects as assigned

What You'll Need to be Successful

• Qualifications
• Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics or other four-year degree with equivalent experience / MBA in Finance (preferably)

Technical Skills

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently yet still function as a team player
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to learn and adapt to different software applications and tools
• Must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel (functions include power pivot, vlookup, xlookup, etc)

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in accounting or finance
• Experience automation, data analytics, or data visualization tools (PowerBI, Infogix, PowerAutomate)

Soft Skills

Must-Have:

• Very good written / oral language skills in English
• Ability to interact professionally with employees and customers
• Experience in working with onsite teams
• Work collaboratively with willingness to listen and work in fast paced challenging environment
• Adaptability, initiative, and problem-solving capabilities

Good-to-Have (Added advantage):

• Experience with Product-based company
• Experience with SaaS-based solutions

How We'll Take Care of You

• Total Rewards
• In addition to a great compensation package, paid time off, and paid parental leave, many Avalara employees are eligible for bonuses
• Health Wellness
• Benefits vary by location but generally include private medical, life, and disability insurance
• Inclusive culture and diversity
• Avalara strongly supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to integrating them into our business practices and our organizational culture
• We also have a total of 8 employee-run resource groups, each with senior leadership and exec sponsorship