Data Analyst

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a Payments Analyst to strengthen financial processes, ensuring the scheduling, validation, and execution of payments to suppliers and other obligations. Key Highlights: 1. Financial impact on obligation fulfillment and cash flow. 2. Professional development in payments, treasury, and financial control. 3. Cross-functional collaboration with Finance, Accounting, Procurement, and Operations. About the Role At **BigAgri Agricultural Machinery and Operational Services**, we are looking to hire a **Payments Analyst** to strengthen our financial processes and ensure accurate scheduling, validation, and execution of payments to suppliers and other company obligations. The selected candidate will be responsible for reviewing documentation, monitoring due dates, preparing payment proposals, and coordinating with Treasury and Accounting to ensure proper execution and recording of transactions. This role will work closely with Finance, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Operations, maintaining constant communication with both suppliers and internal teams. We seek an analytical, organized, and detail-oriented professional with experience in payment processes, reconciliations, and financial control. Why Join Us? **Financial Impact:** Your work will directly contribute to timely fulfillment of our obligations and orderly cash flow. **Professional Development:** You will enhance your expertise in payments, treasury, reconciliations, supplier management, and financial control. **Cross-Functional Work:** You will collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Operations. **Autonomy:** We value professionals capable of identifying discrepancies, investigating root causes, and resolving incidents. **Continuous Improvement:** You will have opportunities to participate in payment process automation and optimization. Key Responsibilities * Prepare and review payment proposals. * Validate invoices, purchase orders, and supporting documentation. * Review due dates and payment priorities. * Coordinate payment scheduling with Treasury. * Verify supplier bank account details. * Monitor internal authorizations prior to payment execution. * Review amounts, currencies, and commercial terms. * Maintain an updated obligation calendar. * Track processed payments. * Investigate rejected or returned payments. * Manage supplier inquiries and requests. * Coordinate corrections to bank information. * Review transfers and financial movements. * Support bank reconciliations. * Reconcile payments with supplier accounts. * Identify duplicate payments or inconsistencies. * Maintain properly organized records and supporting documentation. * Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly payment reports. * Support accounting closing processes. * Coordinate information with Accounts Payable. * Review supplier advances. * Manage variances related to credit notes. * Participate in internal and external audits. * Keep payment procedures up to date. * Identify opportunities to reduce errors and processing time. * Support financial control automation and improvements. What We’re Looking For **Experience:** 3–5 years of experience in Payments, Treasury, Accounts Payable, Accounting, Finance, or related areas. **Education:** Technical or university degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. **Payments:** Experience preparing, validating, or executing supplier payment processes. **Treasury:** Knowledge of bank transfers, due dates, and reconciliations. **Accounting:** Knowledge of accounts payable, accounting entries, and reconciliations. **Excel:** Intermediate or advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. **ERP:** Experience using SAP, Oracle, Softland, Dynamics, Defontana, or other financial systems. **Analysis:** Ability to review financial information and identify discrepancies. **Organization:** Ability to manage critical deadlines and multiple concurrent obligations. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in Procure-to-Pay or Purchase-to-Pay processes. * SAP FI or similar financial module experience. * Experience with online banking portals. * Knowledge of bulk payments. * Power BI proficiency. * Experience working with multiple legal entities or cost centers. * Familiarity with Chilean electronic invoicing. * Experience in bank reconciliations. * Basic knowledge of cash flow management. * Experience in machinery, agriculture, logistics, or industrial services companies. * Experience managing domestic and international suppliers. * Knowledge of financial process automation. Salary: $1\.400\.000 \- $3\.000\.000 per month Work Location: On-site employment