Specialist Accounts Payable

Key Responsibilities

• Handling and processing of incoming invoices within the standard workflow
• Performing formal validation checks
• Vendor master data maintenance
• Responding to vendor inquiries and providing support
• Performing checks to ensure proper proceeding using analytics tools
• Open item reconciliation of vendor accounts
• Reviewing purchase requisition account assignments
• Review and posting of travel expense claims
• Validation of receipts and VAT compliance checks
• Handling standard employee inquiries related to AP topics
• Supporting month-end closing activities related to Accounts Payable
• Ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting guidelines
• Contributing to process improvements within the Shared Service Center

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant vocational qualification (in the field of accounting, tax, or similar)
• Initial professional experience (ideally 1-3 years) in Accounts Payable or similar
• Experience working in a Shared Service Center (SSC) environment is an advantage
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Experience with SAP FI & SAP MM (Logistic Invoice Verification)
• Processing know-how of SAP Concur is an advantage

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Structured and independent working style
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Service-oriented mindset with a focus on internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Team player with a proactive and reliable approach
• Willingness to learn and continuously improve processes

Language Requirements

• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• German language skills are a plus