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Gallagher GCoE LatAm is part of Gallagher’s global network of Centers of Excellence, designed to deliver scalable, high-quality, and cost-effective solutions. Guided by enterprise priorities and a commitment to long-term value creation, GCoE LatAm positions itself as a dynamic and future-ready partner for our businesses and our people.
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We are seeking an Accounts Payable Senior Specialist for the Latin America Region to support the LATAM Non-trade Accounts Payable Manager with Compensating Controls initiatives, implementing systems and maintaining ongoing operations.
In this role, the individual will be responsible for performing thorough reviews of Compensating Controls and assisting with LATAM Accounts Payable implementations, 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 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, 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 – 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.
- With LATAM manager maintain 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 and approving payments within Kyriba tool.
- Provide reporting to regional and corporate teams.
- 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.
- Support and manage the implementation of new changes and initiatives.
- Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Latam Accounts Payable Manager.
- High School Diploma
- 2+ 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
