Job Description:
We are looking for a Accounts Payable Senior Accountant - French Speaker to join our GBS!
Responsibilities - your mission
Operations:
Process and monitor incoming invoice flows from suppliers via the different invoicing channels
Ensure payment of invoices in due time that respect full conformance with internal and external requirements
Internal customer and external supplier query/claim resolution on a timely basis, including supporting to litigation topics
Investigate and resolve payment issues
Perform Vendor Statement Reconciliations (VSRs) to ensure matching of liabilities between Airbus and suppliers
Manage limited Non-Purchase Orders (PO) exceptions in line with the Airbus Payments directive
Customer service and relationship:
Build and sustain a robust relationship with internal customers
Work in close collaboration with internal customers to identify and implement solutions for problems encountered on a daily basis
Promote adherence to business rules in accordance with the standard Airbus processes and policies
Compliance:
Act as « guardian of the temple » with regards to compliance, Procure to Pay (P2P) standard process and business rules: (i) ensure that all compliance and internal control related topics are followed by using the correct procedures when processing invoices, (ii) be alert to fraud attempts and (iii) promote compliance amongst internal and external stakeholders
Support continuous improvement opportunities and solution implementation, working with colleagues, internal customers, suppliers, to solve issues and roll-out improvements
Actively participate in trans-functional / trans-national projects and tools supporting the P2P process
Invoice Processing:
Receive invoices, verify accuracy to items ordered, received, and pricing when necessary and receive approval from appropriate Department Head
Investigate and resolve exception invoices associated with processing of invoices and purchase orders
Prepare invoices for payment
Internal and External Customer Service:
Receive, research and resolve a variety of routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to appropriate persons
Act as a department liaison between departments and vendors
Maintain vendor statements with selected vendors
Additional Responsibilities:
Comply with safety policies and procedures
Comply with Finance, AP, Purchasing, and Supply Chain policies and procedures
Performs variety of tasks and projects as necessary from the Leadership team
Requirements - our ideal candidate will have
5 to 10 years of experience in Finance and Accounting
Fluent in English and French
Ability to handle high-volume of data entry, to work with appropriate parties to resolve issues on invoices, and to implement and document process improvements
Ability to process a minimum of 80 invoices daily with 98% accuracy
Familiar with standard accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
Attention to detail and accuracy
Organizational and time management skills
Professionalism
Service-oriented approach
Ability to prioritize issues, to efficiently troubleshoot problems
Effective Communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to work with all organizational levels
Proven ability to work in a team and independently
Rigorous and analytical with ability to follow and apply strict processes and internal controls
Systems and tools – working knowledge of SAP desirable with a strong desire to develop further
Benefits - what’s in it for you
Diverse career opportunities within Airbus European core countries or in other
regions around the world.
A hybrid working model, allowing you to combine onsite and offsite work.
A modern office, well connected to public transportation.
A motivated and fun crew to grow and build and shape the GBS together.
An intense and exciting onboarding experience
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Portugal SA
Employment Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional
Job Family:
Transactional Accounting
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