Senior Executive- Accounts Payable(Spanish Language)

Position Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented and customer-focused Senior Executive - Accounts Payable with Spanish language proficiency to support end-to-end AP operations for Spanish-speaking stakeholders. The role involves invoice processing, vendor management, query resolution, payment support, account reconciliation, and ensuring compliance with AP controls and SLAs. The ideal candidate should have 4-6 years of relevant AP experience, strong SAP knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively in Spanish with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely in SAP while adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Perform invoice validation, 2-way/3-way matching, and exception handling for PO and Non-PO invoices.
• Manage vendor queries through email and calls in Spanish and provide timely resolutions.
• Coordinate with business users, procurement teams, and vendors for invoice approvals and issue resolution.
• Support payment processing activities and ensure invoices are paid within agreed payment terms.
• Conduct vendor account reconciliations and resolve outstanding discrepancies.
• Monitor AP aging reports and ensure timely closure of open items.
• Review blocked invoices, investigate root causes, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Maintain vendor master data requests and support related validations.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and company policies.
• Track and achieve AP operational SLAs, KPIs, productivity, and quality targets.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to Accounts Payable.
• Prepare AP reports, dashboards, and management updates using Excel and SAP.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders across Spain, Mexico, LATAM, and EMEA regions.
• Continuously identify process improvement opportunities and support automation initiatives.
Required Skills & Experience
• 4-6 years of experience in Accounts Payable operations within Shared Services, GBS, BPO, or multinational environments.
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end AP processes including invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, payment support, and query resolution.
• Proficiency in SAP FI/AP module with hands-on experience in invoice processing and payment-related transactions.
• Spanish language proficiency (B2/C1 level or above) with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience interacting directly with Spanish-speaking vendors and stakeholders.
• Good understanding of accounting concepts including GRIR, accruals, vendor accounting, and AP controls.
• Experience handling PO and Non-PO invoices, invoice exceptions, and approval workflows.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, reporting, and reconciliation management.
• Familiarity with SLA/KPI-driven environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, or Global Shared Services environment is preferred.
Qualification
• B.Com / M.Com / MBA Finance / BBA Finance or equivalent.
• Spanish Language Certification (DELE, SIELE, Instituto Cervantes, or equivalent) preferred.

Work arrangement
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