Accountant (Accounts Payable) m/f/d

We are seeking an experienced Accountant to manage accounts payable activities while supporting day-to-day accounting operations.

This role requires a proactive, self-motivated professional who can handle vendor accounting, invoice processing, payment runs, reconciliations, and support month-end and year-end closing activities.

The successful candidate will play a key role during the ongoing SAP migration and will serve as the primary point of contact for accounts payable activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, verify, and post supplier invoices in the system.
• Match invoices against purchase orders, goods receipts, and shipping documentation.
• Review and reconcile freight invoices, incoming logistics costs, and overhead expenses.
• Manage payment runs and ensure timely settlement of vendor obligations.
• Monitor cash requirements and support cash management activities.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies related to pricing, quantities, and documentation.
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment status and account-related queries.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate debit or credit balances.
• Process and maintain credit memos.
• Support accounting activities related to purchased goods for resale and customer transactions within the Global Trading business.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including support for statutory accounts preparation.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Contribute to finance process improvements and support the SAP migration project.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.
• Required Qualifications
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Accounts Payable or General Accounting.
• Strong hands-on SAP experience.
• Experience working independently with ownership of accounting processes.
• Good understanding of invoice processing, payment runs, vendor reconciliations, and cash management activities.
• Experience supporting month-end and year-end accounting activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work proactively, take initiative, and manage priorities with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills in English and German (written and verbal).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard financial systems.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in manufacturing, logistics, distribution, or trading environment.
• Key Success Factors
• Motivated and able to work autonomously.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business needs.
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