Finance Assoc Accountant

Job Description:

Overview

CAREERS TO SMILE ABOUT

At PepsiCo, you'll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay's and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.

At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Whatever your role, you'll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.
Responsibilities

The Opportunity
Register, analyze and execute elaborating payment proposals for the Business Unit, and in turn gather reports related to payment commitments to third parties and internal of the company, according to policies and procedures to guarantee the payment in time and form, as well as giving operative and financial visibility.

Your Impact
As Finance Assoc Accountant your functions would consist of:
* Initiate and execute electronic (RPA) and manual payments to vendors, customs brokers, tax authorities (if applicable for country), employees (if applicable for country)
* Send proof of payment from bank to individuals involved in Purchase-to-Pay process and other stakeholders as deemed necessary and file for future reference
* Seek approvals from local BU upper management in order to execute payments in bank portals
* Comply with the established payment dates to ensure timely payments to vendors
* Compare month-end bank balances versus ERP payments report to ensure payment outflows as per bank and accounting are reconciled
* Reconcile ERP system payment orders and bank debits
* Record journal entry to account for partial payments or payments rejected by bank
* Validate all vendor invoices to be paid have been previously approved and have supporting documentation
* Record journal entries in ERP system to reflect payments to vendor and reduction of liability as necessary
* Execute payment run in SAP to identify vendor invoices to be paid based upon invoice payment terms
* Responsible for the execution of SOX internal controls; controls testing, active participation in the periodic review of key controls; ensuring their operational effectiveness; maintenance of Test Script documentation; quarterly certification according to Compliance policies and procedures; and participation and contribution during the review and maintenance of the Risk Control Matrix. More specifically, internal controls related to the position and their objectives are:
* Ensure completeness of all payment batches uploaded to bank portal
* Preparation and presentation of information and reports for internal/external audit purposes in accordance with specific auditor requirements
Preparation weekly exception report and send it to the Bussines Unit.
Qualifications

Who Are We Looking For?

Education
Bachelor degree in Acoounting, Finance or related

Experience
Experience of at least 1 year working in Accounts payable
Knowledge (Excel, ERP SAP)
Knowledge english 60%
Work in team
Excellent communication skills
Results Oriented

Customer service
Knowledge of ERP
Analysis skills
Teamwork
Communication skills
Problem solving
Positive attitude
Leadership

If this is an opportunity that interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements.

What can you expect from us:
 
* Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs.
* Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning.
* Development programs according to Leadership skills.
* Specialized training according to the role.
* Learning experiences with internal and external providers.
* We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others.
* Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life.
* A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.
* And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our Wellness Line, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We respect and value diversity as a work force and innovation for the organization.

The Opportunity
Register, analyze and execute elaborating payment proposals for the Business Unit, and in turn gather reports related to payment commitments to third parties and internal of the company, according to policies and procedures to guarantee the payment in time and form, as well as giving operative and financial visibility.

Your Impact
As Finance Assoc Accountant your functions would consist of:
* Initiate and execute electronic (RPA) and manual payments to vendors, customs brokers, tax authorities (if applicable for country), employees (if applicable for country)
* Send proof of payment from bank to individuals involved in Purchase-to-Pay process and other stakeholders as deemed necessary and file for future reference
* Seek approvals from local BU upper management in order to execute payments in bank portals
* Comply with the established payment dates to ensure timely payments to vendors
* Compare month-end bank balances versus ERP payments report to ensure payment outflows as per bank and accounting are reconciled
* Reconcile ERP system payment orders and bank debits
* Record journal entry to account for partial payments or payments rejected by bank
* Validate all vendor invoices to be paid have been previously approved and have supporting documentation
* Record journal entries in ERP system to reflect payments to vendor and reduction of liability as necessary
* Execute payment run in SAP to identify vendor invoices to be paid based upon invoice payment terms
* Responsible for the execution of SOX internal controls; controls testing, active participation in the periodic review of key controls; ensuring their operational effectiveness; maintenance of Test Script documentation; quarterly certification according to Compliance policies and procedures; and participation and contribution during the review and maintenance of the Risk Control Matrix. More specifically, internal controls related to the position and their objectives are:
* Ensure completeness of all payment batches uploaded to bank portal
* Preparation and presentation of information and reports for internal/external audit purposes in accordance with specific auditor requirements
Preparation weekly exception report and send it to the Bussines Unit

Candidate Requirements:

Who Are We Looking For?

Education
Bachelor degree in Acoounting, Finance or related

Experience
Experience of at least 1 year working in Accounts payable
Knowledge (Excel, ERP SAP)
Knowledge english 60%
Work in team
Excellent communication skills
Results Oriented

Customer service
Knowledge of ERP
Analysis skills
Teamwork
Communication skills
Problem solving
Positive attitude
Leadership

If this is an opportunity that interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements.

What can you expect from us:
 
* Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs.
* Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning.
* Development programs according to Leadership skills.
* Specialized training according to the role.
* Learning experiences with internal and external providers.
* We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others.
* Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life.
* A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.
* And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our Wellness Line, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We respect and value diversity as a work force and innovation for the organization