Accounting Specialist AP

Location: Panamá Pacífico, Panamá
Department: Finanzas & Control

About the role

Coordinate with the market, Nestlé Service Centers (NBS), and the accounting team to ensure compliance in the organization of the payment process (S2P) and regional Accounts Payable (AP) procedures, guaranteeing payments to suppliers under negotiated terms and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality of accounting information for local and foreign suppliers, adhering to Accounts Payable Best Practices and Nestlé Accounting Standards (NAS), while supervising and validating the aging of accounts payable balances to ensure balance integrity.
• Guarantee the correct payment process (S2P) and act as the contact point between buyers, Nestlé Service Centers (NBS), and the Accounts Payable (AP) market, maintaining clear and transparent communication through coordination of meetings to align criteria, review errors, and ensure proper application of Accounts Payable Best Practices.
• Ensure the execution of the supplier statement reconciliation process according to the established cycle (by market or NBS as applicable).
• Drive the implementation of new continuous improvement processes in the markets.
• Process NBS tickets requested by the market after review and approval.
• Provide strong support/intervention in the market to resolve any issues and escalations related to invoice processing.
• Support escalations for master data of Accounts Payable (AP) suppliers.
• Participate in workflow review meetings with the market, tracking actions.
• Assist in gathering information required by external audits, provide status updates on requirements, and ensure all information is delivered on time.
• Ensure compliance with Accounts Payable (AP) policies and procedures, as well as those associated with the Source-to-Pay (S2P) process.
• Ensure internal control processes are followed and provide required information for internal control audits and group audits.

Requirements

• Accounting standards knowledge.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Accounting, Auditing, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Problem-solving ability, initiative, and results-driven focus.

About the company

We are Nestlé, the world’s leading food and beverage company. With over 308,000 employees committed to our mission: enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect—for ourselves, others, diversity, and our future. We operate in more than 85 countries with over 413 factories. We believe our employees are our most important asset and are committed to offering an international, inclusive, and dynamic work environment with many opportunities.