Accounts Payable Accountant

amfori - Trade with Purpose; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance and comprehensive健康?

Working from home up to 3 days perweek

Working from abroad

Extra-legal holidays per year

Net allowance and reimbursement of COM

Job summary

amfori - Trade with Purpose in Brussels is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant (Accounts Payable) to lead the full AP cycle for our international operations. You will ensure accurate coding, timely payments, and solid supplier relationships, reporting to the Head of Finance.

The role requires 3–5 years in AP, strong accrual knowledge, ERP experience, and excellent Excel skills, with fluency in English. This is a hybrid position with group insurance and remote-work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable or bookkeeping.
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and month-end closing processes.
• Experience with ERP and accounting systems.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full AP cycle from invoice receipt to payment.
• Code and verify supplier invoices; execute weekly/monthly payments.
• Maintain supplier master data and reimburse employee expenses.
• Support AP forecasting and cash flow planning.
• Post supplier accruals and assist month-end closing.
• Reconcile AP ledgers and investigate discrepancies.
• Support audits and strengthen internal controls.
• Assist with VAT compliance and intercompany AP.

Skills

English fluency

Excel

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

amfori advocates for a world in which trade serves a purpose: delivering social, environmental and economic benefits for everyone.

As a global business association, amfori supports its members at every step of their due diligence journey, offering a comprehensive range of ESG products and services.

Founded in 1977, and recognised for its flagship product amfori BSCI, amfori leverages decades of expertise and close collaboration with more than 2400 member companies as well as auditing companies, producers, factories, and other stakeholders such as policymakers. Representing a diverse array of industries in over 50 countries, that cover trade streams in over 100 countries, amfori continues to have a positive impact on fostering sustainable trade.

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant (Accounts Payable) to join our Finance team in Brussels. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in managing the full Accounts Payable cycle, maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance, and supporting efficient cash management across our international operations.

Your Responsibilities will include:

Accounts Payable Management

• Manage the full AP cycle from invoice receipt through payment.
• Review, verify, and accurately code supplier invoices.
• Execute weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Maintain supplier master data and resolve supplier queries.
• Process employee expense reimbursements in line with internal policies.
• Support cash flow planning through accurate AP forecasting.

Month-End Closing & Accruals

• Prepare and post supplier accruals.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Collaborate with HR and payroll providers regarding payroll-related accruals in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Portugal.
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation and schedules.

Reconciliations & Controls

• Reconcile AP ledgers, accrued expenses, and relevant balance sheet accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor aged payables and identify potential risks.
• Support audit preparation and ensure strong internal controls.
• Contribute to process improvements and finance system optimisation.
• Support implementation of accounting technologies and workflow tools.
• Help strengthen procurement and approval processes.
• Assist with VAT compliance and intercompany AP transactions

Your Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable or bookkeeping
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and month-end closing processes
• Experience with ERP and accounting systems
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Professional fluency in English
• Experience working in an international environment is a plus

Why to join amfori?

At amfori, you will join a diverse, international environment all united by a common goal: to drive positive change toward a sustainable world in which trade serves a purpose.

• Group insurance and comprehensive health insurance
• Working from home up to 3 days per week
• Working from abroad
• Extra-legal holidays per year
• Net allowance and reimbursement of commuting costs