Accounts Payable Analyst

Confidential; Bogotá ciudad; On-site; COP 45,000,000 - 75,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to manage high-volume supplier invoices, perform 2-/3-way matching, and ensure accurate posting to ledgers across multiple entities. The role emphasizes strong service levels, collaboration with global stakeholders, and continuous improvement within a global AP function.

The candidate will support payment runs, maintain internal controls, and assist with audits while contributing to SOP documentation and process standardisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a shared service centre or multi-entity finance environment.
• High attention to detail with high accuracy.
• Business-level English required.
• Ability to handle high transaction volumes and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication with global stakeholders.
• Proficient with Excel and ERP systems (SAP/AX or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume supplier invoices and credit notes in line with policy.
• Perform 2-way and 3-way matching against POs and goods receipts.
• Code, approve, and post invoices to the correct legal entity and ledger codes.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with procurement, budget holders, and suppliers.
• Provide best-in-class service to internal and external stakeholders via Zendesk AP mailboxes.
• Support payment runs and adherence to schedules and controls.
• Assist audits by providing documentation and explanations as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and standardisation.
• Contribute to SOP documentation and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Shared service environment

Attention to detail

English proficiency

High volume transactions

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

SAP

AX

Job description

The Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, payments, and reconciliations across multiple entities and regions. Operating within a Global Finance team, the role supports standardized, compliant, and efficient purchase‑to‑pay processes while delivering a high level of service to internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

The position plays a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, meeting month‑end close deadlines, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the global AP function.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high‑volume supplier invoices and credit notes accurately and in line with company policy and internal controls.
• Perform 2‑way and 3‑way matching against purchase orders and goods receipts where applicable.
• Ensure invoices are correctly coded, approved, and posted to the appropriate legal entity and finance ledger codes.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies in a timely manner through collaboration with procurement, budget holders, and suppliers.
• Provide best in class customer service, ensuring timely and clear answers are provided to all queries across our Zendesk AP mailboxes
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and ensure missing items are posted/followed up
• Deliver a consistent, professional service to internal and external stakeholders in line with agreed SLAs.
• Support the preparation and processing of payment runs in line with agreed schedules and approval controls.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and segregation of duties.
• Support audit requests by providing documentation and explanations as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardisation of AP processes.
• Support the implementation of global tools, systems, and process changes across the shared service centre.
• Contribute to the documentation and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Experience working in a shared service centre or multi‑entity finance environment.
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Must speak business level English
• Ability to manage high transaction volumes and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with global stakeholders.
• Good working knowledge of Excel and finance systems / ERP platforms (e.g. SAP, AX or equivalent).

Key Behaviours

• Customer‑focused with a strong service mindset.
• Proactive and solution‑oriented approach to problem solving.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Collaborative team player with the confidence to challenge and improve processes.