Accounts Payable Specialist - Benelux Finance & Automation

Pernod Ricard; Brussel Hoofdstad; Presencial; EUR 35.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Pernod Ricard Benelux is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage the end-to-end AP process for Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. You will ensure accurate and timely invoice processing, adherence to VAT regulations, and strong collaboration with internal stakeholders across Supply Chain, Sales and Customer Service.

You will drive process improvements, leverage AP automation and ERP systems, and contribute to a robust internal control environment and reliable financial reporting in

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years in Accounts Payable, Accounting, or related roles (international environment is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of AP processes, accounting principles, VAT/tax basics, and vendor management.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Navision, JDE), AP automation tools, and payment platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups).
• Familiarity with internal controls; Benelux VAT knowledge is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Review, verify, code, and process vendor invoices in line with policies and VAT requirements.
• Match invoices with POs, goods receipts, and contracts; resolve discrepancies and monitor workflows.
• Maintain intercompany accounts and support month-end closing (journal entries, accruals, intercompany netting).
• Prepare and execute payments (SEPA, ACH, wire transfers) in line with terms and cash flow guidelines.
• Monitor payment schedules, optimize discounts, and handle vendor/intern al payment inquiries.
• Support cash forecasting and treasury activities.
• Perform reconciliations (vendor statements, subledger to GL, GR/IR) and support month-/year-end closing.
• Prepare reporting and analysis on AP KPIs, overdue items, discrepancies, and payment performance.
• Act as primary contact for vendors and collaborate with internal stakeholders.
• Support vendor onboarding and maintain accurate master data.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and legal requirements (VAT, tax, audit).
• Maintain proper documentation and support audits and T&E processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation (OCR, e-invoicing, ERP systems).
• Contribute to projects, system enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives across Benelux Finance.

Conocimientos

High accuracy

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Stakeholder management

Integrity

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Herramientas

Navision/JDE ERP

AP automation tools

Payment platforms

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Pernod Ricard Benelux is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage the end-to-end AP process for Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. You will ensure accurate and timely invoice processing, adherence to VAT regulations, and strong collaboration with internal stakeholders across Supply Chain, Sales and Customer Service.

You will drive process improvements, leverage AP automation and ERP systems, and contribute to a robust internal control environment and reliable financial reporting in