Credit & Collection Analyst Andean

About Syngenta  

Syngenta is a global leader in agricultural innovation with a presence in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is focused on developing technologies and farming practices that empower farmers, so they can make the transformation required to feed the world's population while preserving our planet. Its bold scientific discoveries deliver better benefits for farmers and society on a bigger scale than ever before. Guided by its Sustainability Priorities, Syngenta is developing new technologies and solutions that support farmers to grow healthier plants in healthier soil with a higher yield. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Read our stories and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram & X. 

At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta's Treasury & Risk Management team is seeking a Credit & Collection Analyst Andean in Bogotá, Colombia.

Accountabilities 

• Oversee the formal delivery and execution of Credit and Treasury policies in strict alignment with Global guidelines and governance.
• Request for proper authorization to release orders when they are blocked, according to current Credit policy.
• Generate standard reports and support month end closing process activities. Such reports include Collection received, payment / statement conciliation, payments pending identification.
• Generate adhoc reports as requested by function.
• Keep a proactive follow up agenda with customers to follow up on collection and upcoming payments.
• Perform internal controls and keep the required documentation and evidence in line with auditing requirements.
• Execute operational activities behind financial tools or financial solutions set in place.
• Productive reach out to other areas (accounting, treasury, compliance, legal, etc.) to ensure proper execution of collection activities.
• Proactively support the Credit and Treasury Management functions for Andean countries (Colombia, Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela) through collection, follow up and general customers' accounts reconciliation and cash flow management.
• Provide support in the production of analysis reports, charts, and presentations.
• Constantly seek opportunities to automate operation processes and if required, lead and perform follow up of the enhancement process, focal point for other support areas.
• Execute release of held orders in line with proper approval process.
• Perform effective and assertive interactions with key stakeholders like customers, sales representatives and sales managers.

Required  

• Accounting and/or financial background is required (accounting, banking, financial industry, and/or insurance).
• At least 3 years of experience in similar roles.
• Experience in credit, collection, payables, treasury and accounting management activities. Third parties or intercompany transactions.
• Advanced skills to manage databases and basic financial information to perform analysis and recommend actions. Strong Excel, Power BI (desirable) and database analysis skills.
• Organization and planning in keeping key activities up to date in a timely manner.
• Advanced skills to manage financial databases and show strong analytical capabilities to perform analysis and recommend actions.
• Upper intermediate English level.
• Positive attitude regarding customer (internal and external) service.
• Clear and assertive communication skills to speak up and raise hand when issues or alarms are detected.
• Ability and confidence to speak up and raise hand when issues or alarms are detected.
• Experience working with ERP - SAP (desirable).

What We Offer  

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. 

Important: 

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

Beyond just believing in the power of diversity, Syngenta Group promotes an inclusive culture that includes differences in all its forms. We believe that the feeling of belonging allows people to become their best version, building an increasingly welcoming and productive environment. 

All qualified candidates will be considered for our positions, without distinction of race, gender, age, nationality or disability 

*This position will not provide relocation support. 

*This position will require immediate availability. 

Be part of a leading company that brings the potential of plants to life.    

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