Accounts Payable Specialist – Trilingual

Gallagher; Colombia; On-site; COP 147,956,352 - 221,934,529; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking an Accounts Payable Senior Specialist to support LATAM operations. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in Accounts Payable, fluency in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and advanced Excel skills. This role involves reviewing compliance controls, processing supplier invoices, and maintaining vendor records. With up to 30% international travel, the position requires effective communication and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Join us to make an impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a similar role.
• Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 30% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze Compensating Controls for compliance.
• Support LATAM offices with supplier invoice processing.
• Maintain vendor records and compliance standards.
• Provide training and create SOP documentation.
• Collaborate on regulatory changes and new initiatives.

Skills

Experience in Accounts Payable

Fluent in English

Fluent in Portuguese

Fluent in Spanish

Advanced Excel skills

Vendor maintenance skills

Account reconciliation skills

Effective communication

Ability to work independently

Ability to work with cross-functional teams

Job description

Welcome to Gallagher - a global community of people who bring bold ideas, deep expertise, and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. We help clients navigate complexity with confidence by empowering businesses, communities, and individuals to thrive. At Gallagher, you’ll find more than a job; you’ll find a culture built on trust, driven by collaboration, and sustained by the belief that we’re better together. Whether you join us in a client-facing role or as part of our brokerage division, our benefits and HR consulting division, or our corporate team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of something bigger. Experience a workplace where you’re encouraged to be yourself, supported to succeed, and inspired to keep learning. That’s what it means to live The Gallagher Way.

Overview

Join Gallagher as an Accounts Payable Senior Specialist for the Latin America Region. In this role, you’ll support the LATAM Non-trade Accounts Payable Manager with implementing systems, maintaining operations, and driving Compensating Controls initiatives. You’ll work with a collaborative team, contribute to impactful projects, and help shape efficient processes across LATAM.

How You'll Make An Impact

You’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth operations and compliance within LATAM Accounts Payable. From reviewing Compensating Controls to supporting system implementations, your work will directly impact the efficiency and accuracy of our processes. You’ll also collaborate with local teams, provide training, and maintain vendor compliance. By identifying opportunities for improvement, you’ll help us deliver better outcomes for our teams and stakeholders.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Review and analyze Compensating Controls to ensure compliance.
• Support LATAM offices with supplier invoice processing and payment preparation.
• Maintain vendor records and compliance standards.
• Provide training and create clear, accessible SOP documentation.
• Collaborate with teams to address regulatory changes and implement new initiatives.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has at least 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a similar role.
• Is fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish.
• Can travel internationally up to 30% of the time.
• Has advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
• Is skilled in vendor maintenance and account reconciliation.
• Enjoys working independently and with cross-functional teams.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with diverse teams.

At Gallagher, we value innovation, collaboration, and service. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.