Latin America Non-Trade Senior Accounts Payable Analyst

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We are seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Analyst for the Latin America Region to support the LATAM Non-trade Accounts Payable Manager in implementing Global Systems and Compensating Controls initiatives.

In this role, the individual will be responsible for performing thorough reviews of Compensating Controls and assisting with all facets of the LATAM Accounts Payable implementation, as well as providing post-implementation support for the overall LATAM Accounts Payable operations. The selected candidate will serve as a subject matter expert on global corporate accounts payable processes and relevant supporting tools, including Treasury Kyriba, Circulus, and the JDE Accounts Payable Module.

Responsibilities will also include conducting training sessions, creating and maintaining standard operating procedure (SOP) documentation, and contributing to special projects as required.

• Lead a review of all information gathered from the Compensating Controls initiative with the local Latam offices to define and document local AP payment process requirements.
• Analyzing and preparing Compensating Control reconciliations, ensuring payments, vendor compliance validations, and approvals are processed and completed correctly against documented procedures.
• Work with supporting department to obtain all required setup information to create and maintain SOP documentation in preparation for system implementations.
• Support the local Latam office with inquiries regarding Processing supplier invoices/credit notes and preparation of supplier payment runs (multi-currency).
• Assist with maintaining the Latam Authorization Structure.
• 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.
• Support and manage the implementation of new changes and initiatives.
• Act as a key liaison with various functions, including Local Teams, IT/GTS, Accounting Teams, Treasury, offshore India AP, Compliance, and Tax.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Latam Accounts Payable Manager.

• High School Diploma
• 3+ years of related experience in Accounts Payable or a similar role.
• Multilingual – fluent in English and Spanish
• Vendor maintenance experience
• International travel up to 30% 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.
• Professional Maturity
  - Self-starter

• Associate’s degree preferred
• Multilingual – fluent in Portuguese
• 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, with demonstrated senior-level responsibilities
• Procurement experience
• Experience with JD Edwards or similar ERP systems
• Experience with OCR or workflow systems
• Project management experience
• Systems implementation experience

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We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of…