Accounts Payable Associate

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Join Lonza in Costa Rica as an Accounts Payable Associate. This is an outstanding opportunity for those looking to advance their career in accounting. Join us at Lonza where your contributions will be valued, and your career growth will be supported. This is a chance to be part of a company that is making a significant difference in the world. Apply now and embark on a journey with us to achieve flawless execution and make a meaningful impact!

Key responsibilities:

• Accurately process purchase order and non-purchase order invoices within designated timeframes.

• Consistently adhere to accounts payable policies and procedures.

• Route invoices for approval and resolution.

• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in strict accordance with company policy.

• Support other business areas as required, including providing day-to-day assistance to other functional areas within GBSO.

• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key requirements:

• Advanced English level (spoken and written).

• Technical High School degree in accounting or a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Business, or a related field is preferred.

• Ability to work independently and within a team, consistently demonstrating the highest level of integrity.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles.

• SAP Knowledge preferred.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.