GBS S2P Business Analyst - Decatur, IL GBS S2P Business Analyst - Decatur, IL
Position Overview The GBS S2P Business Analyst will serve as a key right-hand support to the AP Supervisor within the Accounts Payable function, acting as a critical operational partner in ensuring stability, accuracy, and efficiency across core AP processes. This role is highly execution-focused with strong analytical components, requiring the ability to manage multiple operational workstreams, handle escalations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives within a global Shared Services environment. The analyst will be responsible for supporting three primary operational pillars: Imaging, Bank Reconciliation, and Agris Commodity Ticketing, while also contributing to cross-functional projects and process optimization efforts.
Key Responsibilities Supervisory Support & Escalation Management
Act as a primary support partner to the AP Supervisor in daily operational oversight
Serve as an escalation point for complex or high-impact AP issues
Coordinate resolution efforts across internal teams and stakeholders
Ensure alignment with policies, controls, and service level expectations
Assist in prioritization of workload and operational decision-making
Imaging Team (Document Management & Invoice Processing)
Monitor invoice imaging and document processing workflows
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with audit and control standards
Identify and reduce backlog, rework, and processing inefficiencies
Support initiatives related to automation and document capture improvements
Bank Reconciliation
Support AP-related bank reconciliation activities and investigations
Identify and resolve discrepancies between ERP, AP subledger, and bank records
Ensure timely and accurate month-end reconciliation and reporting
Support internal controls and audit requirements
Agris Commodity Ticketing
Manage and resolve commodity-related tickets within the Agris system
Ensure accurate processing of agricultural commodity transactions tied to procurement and suppliers
Investigate exceptions and coordinate resolution with Procurement and Operations teams
Maintain traceability and compliance of all transactions
Continuous Improvement & Project Support
Support and/or lead process improvement initiatives within AP and S2P
Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency gains, and risk reduction
Contribute to SOP development and process standardization
Support KPI tracking, reporting, and performance improvements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience in Accounts Payable, preferably in a Shared Services or GBS environment
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., JDE, Coupa, or similar platforms)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with reconciliations and discrepancy resolution
High attention to detail and strong compliance mindset
Effective communication skills for cross-functional and global stakeholder interaction
Ability to work in a deadline-driven, high-volume environment
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Company Description:
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With
industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a
commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and
tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural
origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us
unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the
idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
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