Job DescriptionThe PositionThe Associate Specialist will work with a team of around 40 professional StS colleagues in the Center delivering and managing end to end StS processes mainly focus on payments activities.ResponsibilitiesDeliver services in accordance with agreed Service Level, Controls and Governance.Help to manage process risk by adhering to policies and internal controls, complying with StS guidelines, ensuring process and SOX controls are executed in a timely and accurate fashion.Maintain complete and accurate standard operating procedures and related internal control documentation.Collaborate with internal and external auditors to support successful audit results and compliance with US GAAP and company policies.Maintain professional and detailed process documentation such as global SOPs, Regional Work Instructions etc in coordination with the StS Global Process Owner.Partner with stakeholders to define objectives, align expectations and ensure an "end to end" approach to process change and improvements.Administer 'world-class service' experience for vendors, fellow employees and stakeholders.Manage relationships through collaboration, negotiation, and influence.Required Education, Experience, And SkillsBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or other related to StS.Up to 1 year of experience in StS processes.Fluency in English and valued other European Language in addition to Portuguese.Experience working on regional or global teams. (Valued: Experience of Launching / Standing up a Shared Service Center).Pays attention to details, produces accurate deliverables, and consistently meets deadlines.Experience using SAP R/3 required. (Valued: experience with SAP S/4 HANA).Work under pressure and independently.Problem solving and critical thinking.Teamwork orientation with Strong customer service and collaboration mind-set.Organizational agility and prioritization.Assertive Communication and proactivity.Deliver efficiencies, compliance, and control through standardization.Preferred Education, Experience, And SkillsFamiliarity with US GAAP preferred.Experience working in shared service, regional roles, participation in global initiatives preferred.#J-18808-Ljbffr