Accounts payable specialist (Zapopan)

Purpose of the Role

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for assisting with the verification, validation and processing of company invoices as well as participating in projects related to process or system improvements and implementations. This role will also assist with leadership reporting and monthly reconciliations. It will also ensure compliance with all financial policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Process electronic invoices in McLeod ERP by ensuring accurate and timely processing within standard SLAs.
• Validate invoices posted/transferred daily to McLeod.
• Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures.
• Maintain good relationships with vendors and business owners.
• Review credit cards for accurate coding and ensure they are within company policy.
• Review and resolve rejected invoices and notify vendors or approvers.
• Identify, analyze and resolve issues related to payment failures, delays or variances.
• Support organizational/operational projects.
• Contribute to metrics and reporting.
• Interact with internal stakeholders, vendor managers, financial communication partners, and business partners.
• Support with transactional work (reports, queries, etc.).
• Assist in processing weekly AP disbursements and research and resolve issues for vendors and employees.
• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree preferred; in lieu of a degree will consider a combination of education and 4 years of relevant work experience. 4‑year college degree, from an accredited institution, and/or equivalent work experience in a related field. Knowledge of McLeod, Workflow Logix, DocPower and Oracle.

Skills Required

• Excellent English communication skills (oral, written, and comprehension).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Well organized and able to multi‑task.
• Must be dependable and trustworthy.
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written English via multiple online and electronic formats.

Benefits

Work schedule: Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Work modality: full on‑site. Collaborative work environment and professional development opportunities.

Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.