Enic Mayela Valverde Araya

Lead a team of 5 professionals responsible for managing the AP Aging process within Accounts Payable, ensuring timely monitoring, accurate reporting, and resolution of outstanding invoices.

Currently leading the automation of training materials by transforming traditional PowerPoint presentations into interactive avatar-driven videos, significantly reducing the time spent repeatedly explaining simple processes.

Led the automation initiative to implement Celonis Duplicate Checker within the company, streamlining duplicate detection processes.

Currently responsible for controlling, presenting, and monitoring duplicate records, ensuring accuracy and timely follow-up.

Responsible for the reconciliation of General Ledger (GL) accounts across the Americas region, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of discrepancies. (CADENCY)

Prepared and distributed financial metric packages by gathering and analyzing data related to current performance.Troubleshot and managed invoices on hold, overseeing processing and payment resolution for AMER and EMEA.
Processed and resolved issues with ARIBA invoices efficiently.
Conducted financial analysis and recommended alternative actions using appropriate financial tools and creative problem-solving.
Created and analyzed COGS reports for Argentina, Mexico, Canada, and Colombia.
Generated and sent daily ERS reports to vendors to ensure timely communication.
Prepared journal entries and supported month-end close processes to guarantee accurate accounting at both functional and departmental levels.
Compiled monthly AP AGING reports and key performance metrics for AMER and EMEA.
Produced monthly GRIR metrics reports to monitor financial status.
Delivered reliable data and detailed analysis to support decision-making and accrual processes.
Prepared accurate monthly financial reports and assisted in creating presentations with insightful analysis.
Identified business challenges, proposing and implementing effective solutions.
Collaborated closely with Payments, Vendor Mater, T&E, ATR, Risk and controls, and cross-functional teams to align on metrics, goals, and business reviews.
Built and sustained productive relationships with business partners and teams across all organizational levels.
Actively participated in audit processes by preparing and providing all necessary supporting documentation for EY and internal audits.
Managed preparation, processing, and verification of large-scale credit card payments.

• xecuted Source to Settle (StS) troubleshooting activities focused on Invoice Validation and Processing.
• Handled full-cycle Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations, from purchase requisition to payment processing.
• Oversaw the purchase order process, including preparation, approval, matching, and reconciliation.
• Reconciled receipts of finished goods and related items with approved POs and vendor invoices in the ERP system.
• Supported A/P month-end close processes, including burn rate reports, reconciliations, and accruals.
• Managed strategic vendor relationships and collaborated with internal/external stakeholders to proactively resolve issues.
• Delivered accurate reports and metrics for supported markets to the P2P Manager within strict month- and quarter-end deadlines.
• Ensured full compliance with SOX requirements and internal operating procedures.
• Investigated and resolved accounting discrepancies related to liabilities and expenses, maintaining a high standard of analysis and follow-up.
• Ensured all ERP entries were accurate and completed on time; monitored and maintained open balances in liability accounts.
• Enforced on-time payments and strong internal controls over liability postings.
• Hosted and managed regular operational calls, tracking and resolving all action items efficiently.
• Actively contributed to the Kolkata Migration to STS BSC Americas project.
• Processed AP documents for vendors/suppliers in SAP, ensuring accuracy, prioritization, and adherence to payment terms and deadlines.
• Ensured compliance with internal controls and local legal requirements during data processing.
• Resolved vendor and stakeholder queries promptly and accurately.
• Verified and reconciled supplier statements to maintain accurate financial records.

• Actively contributed to the Kolkata Migration to STS BSC Americas project.
• Processed AP documents for vendors/suppliers in SAP, ensuring accuracy, prioritization, and adherence to payment terms and deadlines.
• Ensured compliance with internal controls and local legal requirements during data processing.
• Resolved vendor and stakeholder queries promptly and accurately.
• Verified and reconciled supplier statements to maintain accurate financial records.
• Maintained close collaboration with cross-functional departments to support end-to-end processes.
• Supported management and cross-functional teams with timely and accurate reporting.
• Created, reviewed, and updated Business Process Guides (Work Instructions) to reflect current practices.
• Assisted in the implementation of process improvements and workflow optimization initiatives.
• Consistently achieved SLA targets and KPIs through goal-setting and regular performance reviews.
• Handled Non-PO document processing for vendors with high accuracy.
• Ensured timely and accurate submission of BEX reports to the ATR team.
• Delivered BEX reporting trainings to the P2P team to ensure consistency and knowledge sharing