A family-owned company that is the world's leader in plant-based ingredients, a pioneer in plant-based proteins and a leading supplier of pharmaceutical excipients, requires:

AP Manager – SSC Americas

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
• Bilingual in English & Spanish is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Demonstrated experience in SAP & Excel.
• Strong knowledge of AP processes, financial systems, and accounting principles.
•  Experience working in a shared service environment is preferred.

Key Accountabilities:

Leadership and Management:

• Supervise and manage the accounts payable team, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Set performance goals and objectives for the AP team and monitor progress.

Accounts Payable Operations:

• Oversee the end-to-end AP process, including invoice processing, payment runs, and reconciliation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as regulatory requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve any issues or discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Monitor and analyze AP metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate AP processes to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
• Implement best practices and standard operating procedures across the AP function.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to enhance systems and tools used for AP operations.

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare and review AP reports, including aging reports, payment forecasts, and accruals.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all AP transactions are accurately recorded.
• Provide analysis and insights on AP performance to senior management.

Compliance and Audit:

• Ensure adherence to internal controls and support audit activities related to accounts payable.
• Maintain proper documentation and records for all AP transactions.
• Address audit findings and implement recommendations to improve AP processes.

Technical competencies

• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on process improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Relevant competencies

• Teamwork
• Discipline
• Organization
• Sense of urgency
• Attention to details
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Result-oriented
• Pro-activeness

We Offer

• Salary $70,000 gross
• Holidays 16 days
• Vacation bonus 25%
• Christmas Bonus 30 days per year
• Medical insurance
• Life insurance 24 months salary.
• Savings Fund 7%
• Profit Sharing
• SGMM Extended to husband or wife and children
• Hybrid work Schedule
• Bonus for objectives 15% on Annual Salary