Huntsman

Accounts Payable Intern

Costa Rica · Work style not stated · Full time

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  • EmployerHuntsman
  • LocationCosta Rica
  • Work styleWork style not stated
  • Employment typeFull time
  • Employer posted

Job Description:

Accounts Payable Intern

Our intern program is tailored to individuals who are currently enrolled full-time students at an accredited university. The internship runs from February to November. Working hours can be a minimum of 24 hours up to 40 hours per week- dependent on the intern’s availability. The goal of the Huntsman Intern Program is to provide a structured program that will equip interns with the skills and experience to help prepare for a successful career.

Role Overview:

As an Accounts Payable Intern, you will gain valuable hands-on experience while supporting business entities across the region. Working under the guidance of the Accounts Payable Manager, you will assist in essential tasks such as payment processing, account management, supplier and internal stakeholder support, project assistance, and contributing to process improvement efforts.

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Role Responsibilities:

  • Assist with reviewing payment proposals to ensure timely and accurate outgoing payments.
  • Collaborate with the Vendor Master Data team, purchasing department, or invoice processors to resolve payment errors efficiently.
  • Support the processing of out-of-cycle payments to maintain smooth business operations.
  • Help prepare and review monthly account reconciliations.
  • Assist in managing vendor open items (VOI) and Goods Receipt No Invoice (GRNI) for assigned legal entities.
  • Perform follow-ups to aid in the timely closing of outstanding items.
  • Provide support to suppliers and internal stakeholders by addressing issues and escalations.
  • Participate in regular business-driven meetings to observe and contribute.
  • Work with team members to identify areas for improvement and assist in implementing solutions.
  • Assist invoice processors and helpdesk agents in resolving gaps and barriers in processes.
  • Help maintain and update documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives and assist the AP team with projects led by the Business Process Owner and Project Lead.
  • Support compliance efforts by contributing to organizational regulations, SOX, and Internal Audit controls.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in Costa Rica.

All candidates are expected to work at our office in AFZ, Heredia on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please note that there may be occasions where additional office days are required, due specific business needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Current student of Engineering, Finance, Logistics or Supply Chain or related field of study (Preferable more than 75% of the career).
  • Excellent knowledge of English (B2+) / Portugues is a plus.
  • Microsoft Package / Mid or Advanced Excel skills.
  • Very good analytical skills
  • Excellent team player mindset.

What You’ll Gain:

  • Hands-on experience in accounts payable processes and tools.
  • Exposure to supplier and stakeholder management.
  • Insight into process improvement and compliance in a professional setting.
  • Opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Huntsman is proud to promote equal opportunity in the workplace All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.

All unsolicited resumes presented by recruitment agencies are treated as pro bono information or service and will not be compensated.

Huntsman is aware of scams involving fraudulent job offers. We do not make job offers until after a candidate has submitted a job application and has participated in an interview. Please be advised that any job offer that requires payment or requires you to deposit a check is likely a scam. If you have questions about any open positions at Huntsman or Rubicon, please visit our Careers website at http://www.huntsman.com/corporate/a/Careers.

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  • Employment typeFull time
  • SeniorityIntern
  • Employer posted
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