Who we are:

We are BASF, the largest chemical company in the world, with over 150 years of experience. In Montevideo, we are a Hub made up of more than 1,000 employees who provide services for all BASF companies in the Americas. We offer professional solutions in finance, purchasing, reporting, logistics, technology, human resources, projects, communication, legal matters, environment, safety, health, and quality

Area:

Purchase to Pay Services Americas (P2P) is part of the Supplier and Reporting (GBR) cluster and includes Procurement and Accounts Payable E2E Services for the entire Americas region. In P2P, we are responsible for acquiring goods and services, up to the payment stage. Our area is responsible for processing plant demands and paying invoices on time to avoid delays in the production process. Everything necessary for a chemical plant to operate is acquired by P2P: chemicals, reagents, gloves, food, etc.

Main Objective of the Position:

The main objectives of the Financial Analyst are related to providing service to internal clients and assisting external providers across the Americas, according to their needs and our policies. This primarily includes timely accounting and processing of invoices and credit notes, ensuring the quality of key performance indicators and addressing any specific requirements related to discrepancies or balance differences. In addition, there is a focus on leveraging process automation and improvement to drive greater efficiency promoting continuous improvement.

Main Tasks:

Execute activities related to reviewing and accounting for invoices and credit notes, both with or without purchase orders, for BASF plants in the regions we serve. Provide support to internal clients and handle supplier claims, following established work procedures and adhering to BASF, FRC, and legal requirements in different markets.

Proactively engage in communication activities, learn new processes, and coordinate initiatives in line with the learning curve. Act as a key contact for stakeholders (business units in the region, category buyers, requesters, suppliers, material master data, local finance, etc.) for all matters related to the purchasing and invoice payment process. Take responsibility for identifying and implementing actions to improve the experience.

Provide support in the execution of small complexity and/or size projects. Assist the team in audits (internal and external) if required.

Collaborate with P2P Procurement with an end-to-end perspective, handling the entire procurement and payment process for goods and services.

Minimum Education and Qualification Requirements for the Position:

Education | Graduate or advanced student of Public Accounting, Business Administration, International Business or related fields.

Work Experience | 1-3 years of experience in Finance, Purchasing, or Administration roles performing similar tasks (valued).

Languages | Advanced level of English.

Technical Skills | MS Office Advanced, MS Excel Intermediate

Soft Skills | Teamwork, customer orientation, collaborating for achievement, effective communication, and negotiation skills.

What We Offer:
Living BASF means being part of a culture that focuses on people and their professional and personal growth. Our diversity, collaboration, and leadership style make the difference.

By joining our team, we offer you:

A hybrid and flexible work model

A professional development program tailored to your interests and needs

Private health insurance for you and your family from day one, as well as life insurance

Additional flexible leave days on top of your statutory leave

The possibility to work remotely from abroad for up to 6 weeks per year

Birthday day off

Moving day off

Annual bonus

Wellness benefits, such as in-company nutrition services and massages.

BASF considers Law N° 19.691 and Decree N° 73/019 in all its hiring processes. Every qualified candidate who meets the requirements established in the job description will be considered in this hiring process with no distinction.

Moreover, BASF is an equal-opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, age, civil and social status, national origin, disability, sex, gender identity or expressions, or any other candidate or employee´s characteristic or group that is not related to their aptitude and suitability for the position. Our management is committed to following this policy concerning hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruiting, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.