Accounts Payable - Experienced

Role Description

The Accounts Payable Associate will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining the highest level of accuracy in financial transactions. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounts payable processes, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced corporate environment

Key responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and procedures. 
• Verify invoice details, including prices, quantities, and terms, and resolve any discrepancies or issues with vendors or internal stakeholders. 
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve any discrepancies with vendors or internal departments. 
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment-related inquiries in a timely manner. 
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities. 
• Support the implementation of process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and controls within the accounts payable function. 
• Adhere to financial policies, procedures, and internal controls (SOX) to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. 
• Maintain regular updates to the invoice processing documentation (SOP). 

Basic Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. 
• Minimum 4 years of experience in accounts payable processing US/EMEA Purchase invoices in ERP (preferably SAP). 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze and interpret financial data. 
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, ensuring high-quality deliverables. 
• Proficient in using accounting software and MS Office applications, particularly Excel. 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. 
• Knowledge of accounting principles and understanding of accounts payable processes and controls. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.