Accounts Payable Analyst - Bilingual (English)

We are seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst for the Latin America Region to support the LATAM Non-trade Accounts Payable Manager with Compensating Controls initiatives and maintaining ongoing operations.

In this role, the individual will be responsible for performing thorough reviews of Compensating Controls and providing ongoing support for the overall LATAM Accounts Payable operations. The selected candidate will serve as a subject matter expert on localized tools, like JDE instance, as well as global corporate accounts payable processes and relevant supporting tools, including localized JDE instance, Treasury Kyriba, Circulus, and the JDE Accounts Payable Module. Responsibilities will also include conducting training sessions, assistance with maintaining standard operating procedure (SOP) documentation, and contributing to special projects as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review of all information gathered from the Compensating Controls initiative – ensuring all invoices over set thresholds have required vendor compliance, bids, PO/PR and approvals
• Analyzing and escalating any Compensating Control questions or deficiencies from the review process
• Assisting with SOP documentation
• Support the local Latam offices with inquiries regarding Processing supplier invoices/credit notes and preparation of supplier payment runs (multi-currency)
• Assist with maintaining the Latam Authorization Structure
• Maintaining Vendor Maintenance and Compliance
• Performing JDE Accounts Payable entries as required
• Entering payments within Kyriba tool
• Work in conjunction with other COE locations
• Identify and assist in implementing process improvement opportunities.
• Creating and conducting training sessions for internal and local LATAM staff.
• Collaborate with Local Teams, Tax, and Accounting to address changes in country-level regulations or reporting requirements.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Latam Accounts Payable Manager.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma
• 1+ years of related experience in Accounts Payable or a similar role.
• Multilingual – fluent in English and Spanish
• Vendor maintenance experience
• International travel up to 10% of the time.
• Advanced Excel skills, including proficiency with VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
• Account reconciliation experience
• Proven ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.