Accounts Payable Specialist – Spanish Language Expert

About the role

This position is part of Vanderlande’s high‑volume Accounts Payable (A/P) team, supporting global operations through the JD Edwards financial system. The role focuses on end‑to‑end invoice processing, vendor reconciliation, and supplier communication while ensuring strict compliance with internal controls and policies.

Key responsibilities

• Process and match invoices (3‑way/2‑way) to open purchase orders or contracts, adhering to SLA deadlines and multi‑currency requirements.
• Support indexing activities within the Purchase‑to‑Pay cycle and handle non‑PO invoice accounting.
• Manage ITBR and voucher logging, collaborating with operations, SCM, and project managers to clear invoice holds promptly.
• Execute weekly, monthly and ad‑hoc payment runs with high accuracy and meet month‑end closing deadlines.
• Respond to supplier queries, reconcile supplier statements, and maintain strong internal and external customer relationships.
• Audit travel and expense claims, ensure segregation of duties compliance, and report high‑value invoices (>$10,000) accurately.
• Identify and propose process improvements, and share best practices with the team.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in accounts payable, preferably in a shared‑service or customer‑service environment.
• Demonstrated expertise as a team leader or subject‑matter expert in A/P.
• Fluent Spanish language skills.
• Strong analytical mindset, ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks.

Required skills

• JD Edwards financial application.
• Experience with ERP systems (classic or cloud‑based).
• A/P automation tools.