Account Payable Specialist

Vantage Oleochemicals, Inc; Bogotá ciudad; Hybrid; COP 40,000,000 - 60,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantage Oleochemicals, Inc. is seeking an Account Payable Specialist in Bogotá, Colombia, to manage vendor invoices, payments, and related controls within the Accounts Payable function.

The role emphasizes accurate 2-3 way matching, vendor data upkeep, and timely communication with internal and external customers. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of AP experience, is fluent in English, and proficient with ERP systems such as Epicor, Nav, Dynamics 365, and Ivalua, along with strong MS Office

Qualifications

• University degree in accounting or business.
• 3–5 years in Accounts Payable or similar.
• Experience with ERP systems (Epicor, Nav, Dynamics 365).
• Strong English communication in a business environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and post supplier invoices with 2-3 way matching.
• Maintain vendor master data and W9 records.
• Prepare and review payment proposals for subsidiaries.
• Reconcile postings and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare month-end journal entries: accruals and prepayments.
• Coordinate with other departments to resolve unreconciled items.
• Support internal/external audits and respond to requests.
• Create and analyze AP reports; maintain documentation.

Skills

Finance acumen

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

English proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business

Tools

Epicor

Microsoft Nav

BPCS

MP2

Dynamics 365

Ivalua

Job description

## Account Payable SpecialistApply: Colombia - Bogotá: Full time: Posted 4 Days Ago: R-2293**Position Summary**Account Payable Specialist will be responsible for the activities of account reconciliation, communication to internal and external customers, drive timely review and follow up for supplier accounts, balance sheet reconciliation accounts, supplier maintenance and W9 records and other analytic reports within Accounts Payable department. Drive strong financial control over the Accounts Payable records.**Position Scope**Located in Colombia SSC, with a global responsibility.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Handling and posting of incoming invoices with 2 & 3 way matching and related vendor master data creation with collection of W9 forms and maintenance both manual & automated invoice processing* Maintain banking information from vendors, doing various fraud checks and confirmations of remittance information* Preparation and review of payment proposals for Vantage subsidiaries.* Clarifying and reconcile differences on the postings.* Preparation of month-end journal entries: accruals, prepayments by ensuring entries are recorded in accordance with company policies and all deadlines are accomplished.* Coordinate with other departments to obtain information about transactions and research unreconciled items.* Preparation of External and Internal Audit requests.* Create and analyze various reports under area of responsibility including regular reporting* Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices* Identify the improvement opportunities and support their implementation* Assist ongoing projects for the implementation of technology solutions* Assist requests from partner Finance departments* Issue tax exemption forms, resale certificates and 1099’s*Note: The duties listed above are not all inclusive and may be subject to periodic updating or revision.***Education & Experience****Education:*** University degree or equivalent experience, preferable in accounting or business.**Experience:*** 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, Accounts Payable is a plus* Direct functional experience (Accounts Payable)**Knowledge, Skills, & Talents*** Strong Finance Acumen* Solid experience with Epicor, Microsoft Nav, BPCS, MP2, Dynamics 365 & Ivalua ERP systems (some of them desirable)* Experience in a Shared Service environment or similar is a plus.* Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a business environment **is a must.*** Ability to pay close attention to detail, strong problem solving and analytical skills* Solid interpersonal skills, navigate easily within complex organizations, connect with a variety of functions, audiences, management styles, or cultures* Highly results driven and self-motivated team player with compassion, integrity, trust and perseverance* Curious and growth mindset; keen to learn and approach subjects outside of comfort zone, look beyond the obvious* Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook* Able to work in a team atmosphere along with the confidence and ability to make individual decisions* Ability to multitask**Working Conditions**Hybrid model