Ap Analyst

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Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

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Our benefits are a good reason to come to JLL.

We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry, and then empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their health, financial and personal well-being. Our underlying benefits philosophy is this: be fair to our people and provide opportunities for those who take advantage of our programs and resources to increase their personal and financial security.

Benefits to eligible employees, include:

· Life, health and dental insurance for you.

· Online platform with certified courses for your professional development.

· Wellbeing platform with personalized programs (yoga, meditation, exercise, meal plans, among others).

· Assistance program for employee and immediate family members (psychological counseling, legal and financial assistance, nutritional guidance).

· Employee recognition program.

· Participation in BRG (Business Resource Groups): Be part of our BRG, which promotes diversity and inclusion within JLL.

· Additional vacation days.

· Among other corporate benefits.

We are currently seeking a dynamic individual for the role of AP Analyst to join our team:

· Location: Heredia, Costa Rica.

· Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 6:00 am to 3:00 pm or 7:00 an to 4:00 pm.

· Work model: Hybrid.

· Contract Type: Indefinite-term

We are looking for an AP (Accounts Payable) Analyst to work in our Regional Shared Service Center providing Services to the Region. The Accounts Payable Analyst will be responsible for ensuring accuracy and timeliness in recording and payment of invoices, as well as maintaining a high level of efficiency in accounts payable-related accounting processes.

Responsibilities:

Financial Operations:

• Perform weekly payment reconciliations.
• Conduct account reconciliations using Blackline.
• Record supplier invoices in PeopleSoft.
• Review and control petty cash funds.
• Schedule vendor payments, expense reimbursements, petty cash, and cash advances
• Record expense provisions and reclassifications.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Integrate provisions into year-end closing.
• Perform Account Payable reconciliation for corporate monthly closing.

Expense Management:

• Review payment requests and supporting documents in EC (Expense Management System) for compliance purposes.
• Review reimbursement invoices and expense reports.

Vendor and Employee Management:

• Manage employee onboarding.
• Coordinate with internal areas new vendors including validation of vendor documentation.
• Maintain communication with internal teams to support their accounts payable processes and expenses.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Provide and analyze information from various systems to issue consolidated reports.
• Provide treasury with cash flow projections for payment needs.
• Furnish AP process information to stakeholders, auditors, etc., as required.

Process Improvement:

• Promote continuous improvements and standardization of processes.
• Develop and document processes.
• Meet deadlines, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Training and Development:

• Participate in formal training.
• Provide training to users on Travel & Expense processes.
• Develop personal and team capabilities.

Leadership:

• Manage direct reports.
• Work closely with other cross-functional teams.

Compliance:

• Record and maintain accounting policies related of the AP area.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree (or close to graduating) in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Minimum 2 years of accounts payable processing experience
• English proficiency: Intermediate to Advanced level
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (required)
• Proficiency in accounting ERP systems
• Strong analytical abilities
• Excellent teamwork

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes
• Proficiency in accounting ERP systems
• Experience with transitions
• Experience in multinational companies
• Familiarity with fiscal requirements of CFDI 4.0 and payment supplements (Mexican regulation)
• Understanding of travel expense deductibility

Location:

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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