Accountant (Payables)

A growing company means a growing number of financial complexities! We're on the lookout for a sharp-eyed Accountant (Payables) or Finance Administrator to keep our daily invoice flow running smoothly. You'll be the trusted expert ensuring invoices are complete, bookings are timely and accurate, and purchase orders hit the mark. When urgent supplier disputes pop up, you’ll step in to handle everything from order blocks to contract discussions. But this role is more than just numbers. You’ll collaborate with our team to streamline processes, find smarter ways of working, and push for efficiency at every turn. Dive into exciting finance improvement projects where we unlock the full potential of our software and tech tools. With exciting projects and fast growth potential, no two days will be the same! Ready to make an impact?

Tricks of the trade

1. Invoice ownership & analysis: Take full ownership of the invoice processing workflow, and perform basic analyses on Picnic’s invoices.
2. Reporting collaboration: Collaborate with financial operations teams on periodic reporting processes.
3. Supplier communication: Manage the finance mailbox and serve as the primary contact for supplier inquiries.
4. Damage settlements: Oversee financial settlements for external damages efficiently and accurately.
5. Debt management: Monitor and manage outstanding receivables and handle communication with our collection agency.

Your superpowers

1. Completed Apprenticeship/Vocational Training or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or Bookkeeping.
2. 0-4 years of experience in a similar role.
3. Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail, accuracy, and a structured approach.
4. Beyond basic MS Excel and data analysis skills.
5. ERP-system knowledge (Workday is a plus).
6. Fluency in German and English.
7. A proactive, hands-on attitude with a creative and problem-solving mindset.
8. Assertive in driving continuous improvement.

Picnic perks

1. Join a fast-growing business with significant upward potential and career growth.
2. Engage with talented Picnic'ers with a lot of international exposure.
3. Embrace the Picnic culture of wonderful free breakfasts and lunches, memorable parties featuring the renowned Picnic band and even a company ski trip.
4. Enjoy flexible working hours.
5. All other essential items: 30 vacation days, option for pension plan, laptop and phone.
6. Travel throughout Germany with your Germany ticket subsidised by Picnic.

A bit about us

When you join Picnic, you’re joining the shopping revolution, delivering groceries to millions of people across Europe, and we’re growing fast. Think super fresh products and personal service, but in a modern, sustainable way. And we’re the only ones in the world doing it all by ourselves. From our fully automated fulfillment centre to delivery algorithms and marketing campaigns: we do it all in-house. Our team consists of 85+ nationalities and we’re always looking for new talent. Ready for the ride?

Recruitment Process

1. Phone screening
2. Online test
3. Interviews
4. Case & Closing Interviews

Commitment to equal opportunities

Picnic is an equal opportunity employer—this means that all decisions regarding applications will be based on qualifications and merit. Applicants will be regarded independently of age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, skin color, civil status, religious beliefs, physical or mental disability, or any other factors protected by law.
At Picnic, we celebrate and value our differences and are committed to building a safe and inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves.