Payment Processor

Company Description

Syngenta is a global leader in agricultural innovation, with a presence in more than 90 countries. We focus on developing agricultural technologies and practices that empower farmers to feed the world’s population while preserving our planet. Our scientific discoveries deliver greater benefits to farmers and society on an unprecedented scale. Guided by our Sustainability Priorities, we develop new technologies and solutions that help farmers grow healthier plants in healthier soils with higher yields. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Read our stories and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram & X.

Job Description

At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture by providing high-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that enhance farmers’ success. To support this mission, Syngenta’s Invoice to Pay team is looking for a Payment Processor in Montevideo. This role will support the following activities.

Responsibilities

• Execute payment runs in accordance with established operating procedures, ensuring payments are processed in line with required internal controls.
• Perform manual payments through various banking portals (taxes, government entities, international payments, among others) and follow up on the corresponding approvals with authorized bank signatories.
• Record payments in local ERP systems for all manual payment activities.
• Collaborate with other areas and functions (Treasury, O2C, A2R, and Tax) to align and improve payment-related deliverables.
• Support regional and global I2P projects by conducting testing and validating requirements.
• Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring timely remediation of identified findings and outstanding issues.
• Be responsible for bank reconciliations across all I2P accounts, identifying and proposing action plans to clear open items.
• Provide appropriate support to internal customers and external stakeholders.
• Ensure high levels of compliance within the I2P process.

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant, graduate, or advanced student in Accounting, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Proficiency in Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of and experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong collaboration skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.

Additional Information

Be Part of the Syngenta Experience

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
• Dynamic and international work environment.
• Modern office environment and collaboration tools.
• Forward-thinking policies (e.g., remote work and career breaks).
• Support for personal development within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Important

At Syngenta, we do more than simply believe in the power of diversity. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces differences in all their forms. We believe that a strong sense of belonging enables people to bring their best selves to work, creating a more enjoyable and productive environment.

All qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, gender, age, nationality, or disability.

• This position requires immediate availability.
• This position does not include relocation support.

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