Job Overview

Monitors timely and accurate record-keeping and reporting for S2P processes focused on Travel & Expense, Invoice Processing, Payment Processing, Vendor Management, and other Accounts Payable activities

Job Requirements

FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES 

• 3+ years of experience in a financial shared service center supporting multiple countries / business units. 
• Diversified Industrial Products/Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Prior experience in S2P functions in a shared services environment.
• Ability to work in culturally diverse teams with many levels of personnel. 

What your background should look like

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS  

• Be a Subject Matter Expert for S2P related topics, develop skills & knowledge of other junior S2P analysts.
• Support migration of S2P processes from countries throughout the Americas to San Jose, Costa Rica and prepare S2P related process documentation (process maps and work instructions).
• Oversee escalated Accounts Payable, Travel & Expense, invoice, payment processing issues and vendor queries to ensure timely resolution and guarantee proper payment and sourcing. 
• Support CG in daily operations, point of contact.
• Ensure proper processing of vendor invoices and payments, maintain communication with vendors and banks.
• Execute and support coordination of S2P month end close activities including AP accruals and journal entries.
• Ensure compliance with tax and other statutory requirements of the local markets.
• Process of accounting and financial data in an accurate and timely manner within S2P area.
• Work directly with large corporate suppliers reviewing Accounts Payable balances.
• Identify disputes and work with business stakeholders and corporate suppliers to resolve payment issues.
• Develop a strong understanding of the business, including main products, industry & supplier knowledge.
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the S2P function, ensuring that improvements are incorporated in the work routine.  
• Ensure robust compliance environment with applicable policies, procedures and processes. 

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS   

• Undergraduate degree in Finance / Accounting / Business Administration 
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in English
• Strong accounting background
• Excellent analytical skills. Ability to identify and resolve problems
• Strong communication skills
• Undergraduate degree in Finance / Accounting / Business Administration 

Competencies