Invoice to Pay (I2P) Analyst

In this newly created role within the Swiss Finance Operations & Controlling team you will support the Swiss end to end Invoice to Pay (I2P) and Finance operations processes with a focus on managing payments and payment queries.

The role requires proactive partnering with various internal and external stakeholders in and outside Switzerland and across functions, with an aim of ensuring seamless Invoice to Pay processes and good end user experience.

Accountabilities:

• Act as Subject Matter Expert for payment and banking aspects for the Swiss entities, including the follow up on payment queries and issues and supporting payment operations on fund allocations, clearings, etc.
• Manage the Swiss online banking and manual payment execution and monitor 3rd party payment exceptions
• Ensure compliance of payment transactions and review and sign-off on internal controls relating to banking and payments, such as the bank reconciliations of the Swiss entities
• Oversee the Swiss supply chain financing programs – releasing liability transfers and performing balance / payment reconciliations with the banks
• Engage with key process stakeholders (Procurement Operations, Treasury Operations, Payment Factory teams) to ensure a smooth end to end Procure to Pay process
• Explore opportunities for process / system improvement and efficiency. Work with I2P Business Partners and Operations teams to review, optimize and document the Swiss I2P processes
• Contribute to effective knowledge sharing on I2P amongst stakeholders, e.g by providing trainings
• Contribute to projects within I2P and Finance Operations
• Support the compliant and timely delivery of internal controls and external audit requests
• Work with the Swiss I2P Business Partners on adhoc requests

• Relevant degree in Finance and/or experience of working in multinational team
• Basic accounting and banking skills
• Basic SAP knowledge
• Good coordination and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, precisely with good attention to details
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills with a data driven mindset
• Fluent in English, German or French is a plus

What we offer:

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment 
• Flexible working arrangements and environment with an open culture and diverse workforce 
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options
• You will profit from an onsite doctor, gym, canteen, and other benefits 

Interested? We look forward to receiving your online application including all relevant documents (cover letter, CV, diploma, certificates) – reference number 18052600.

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Syngenta Group is one of the world’s biggest agricultural technology companies, with roots going back more than 250 years. With more than 57,000 employees, operating in more than 100 countries, the company strives to transform food production through Regenerative Agriculture - a science-driven, technology-enabled approach to improve soil, deliver high productivity and high-quality food, help fight climate change and restore lost biodiversity.

Syngenta Group, which is registered in Shanghai, China, and has its management headquarters in Switzerland, draws strength from its four business units: Syngenta Crop Protection, headquartered in Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds, headquartered in the United States; ADAMA®, headquartered in Israel; and Syngenta Group China. Together, these provide industry-leading ways to serve customers around the world.