Accounts Payable Specialist

Finance team:

We are looking for our next Accounts Payable Specialist that will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reports. 

This role is critical in maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with 

internal controls, and contributing to Plata’s operational efficiency and financial integrity.

 

Challenges that await you:

• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, from invoice receipt to payment.
• Verify, code, and process invoices in compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ensure all payments are scheduled, approved, and processed according to deadlines.
• Monitor accounts payable aging and escalate overdue items when necessary.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy in accruals and reporting.
• Prepare reports on accounts payable KPIs such as days payable outstanding (DPO).
• Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, and Operations teams to optimize payment processes.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and internal audit requirements.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve automation and efficiency in the AP process.

 

What makes you a great fit:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounts payable or similar finance role
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
• Proficiency in ERP/financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Excel.
• Experience with vendor management and payment reconciliation.
• Familiarity with tax compliance
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Advanced English proficiency preferred.

 

Our ways of working:

• Innovative Spirit: A commitment to creativity and groundbreaking solutions.
• Honest Feedback: valuing open, transparent communication.
• Supportive Team: a strong, collaborative community.
• Celebrating Achievements: recognizing our wins together.
• High-Tech Environment: a team full of smart and revolutionary people who date to challenge the status quo of incumbent finances.