Specialist Accounts Payable (m/f/d) (Croatian speaker)

IFCO; Pullach im Isartal; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

LinkedIn Learning access

Pension plan

Sports discounts

Modern office

Job summary

IFCO is seeking an Accounts Payable specialist to join our international team in Germany. You will process invoices, apply VAT rules, and support period-end closing while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

We value SAP FI experience, strong MS Office skills, and fluency in English with Croatian; German is a plus. The role offers hybrid work and opportunities to contribute to a sustainable, circular economy.

Qualifications

• Invoice processing experience with VAT compliance.
• Experience with non-PO invoices and cost element assignment.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and VAT regulations.
• Experience working in an international environment with cross-country collaboration.
• Fluent in English and Croatian; German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Invoice processing – include credit and debit notes and correct posting.
• Cost assignment for invoices to ensure proper GL account, cost center, and approvals.
• Process harmonization and automation of AP processes across the organization.
• Contribute to clear and up-to-date process documentation.
• Variance analysis of price and quantity differences; coordinate follow-ups.

Skills

Invoice processing

VAT knowledge

Cross-cultural experience

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Education

College degree in Business Administration or equivalent

Tools

SAP FI

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

We are the world market leader for reusable packaging containers (RPCs) for fresh food and are constantly optimizing our products.

We help make the food supply cycle for the population more sustainable. With our RPCs, safety for food transport is improved, there is less waste of food and at the same time the lifespan of the products increases. Through our products and the need for less packaging materials we reduce the carbon footprint.

„The future is circular“

Key responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing – Process incoming invoices as well as credit and debit notes, ensuring correct posting and compliance with legal requirements, especially VAT.
• Cost assignment for invoices – Evaluate, decide and apply cost elements to ensure correct processing of invoices without PO (selection of GL account, cost center, approval workflows).
• Process Harmonization & Automation – Support initiatives to standardize and automate accounts payable processes across the organization.
• Documentation Support – Contribute to the creation and maintenance of clear and up-to-date process documentation.
• Variance Analysis – Analyze price and quantity differences for received goods and services and coordinate follow-ups with relevant functions.
• Expense Management – Manage and process travel and expense claims in line with internal policies.
• Payment Execution – Execute weekly payment runs when required, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Period-End Closing – Perform period-end closing activities for Accounts Payable, including GR/IR analysis and clearing as well as creditor/debtor reclassifications.

We expect:

• Educational Background – College degree in Business Administration or an equivalent accounting qualification/experience.
• International Exposure – Experience working in an international environment with cross-country collaboration.
• Accounting Experience – Practical experience in accounting, preferably in Accounts Payable, with a solid understanding of basic accounting principles and VAT regulations. Experience in managing non-PO accounts payable invoice processing required with capability to clearly decide on selection of accountancy elements (account, cost assignment, approvers).
• Systems & Tools – Prior experience with SAP FI and advanced skills in MS Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Accuracy & Ownership – High level of accountability, precision, and reliability in daily work.
• Communication & Collaboration – Strong communication skills with a cooperative, solution-oriented mindset.
• Team & Cultural Fit – Team player with sensitivity for different company and country cultures.
• Language Skills – Fluent in English and Croatian, enabling effective communication in international and multicultural environments; German language skills are considered a strong advantage.

We offer:

• Make a difference where it matters – Play a key role in a sustainable and future-proof industry.
• A culture of appreciation and respect – Join an international team where collaboration thrives.
• Flat hierarchies, fast decisions – Your ideas matter and drive real change.
• Work your way – Enjoy hybrid work and workation *for EU Citizens within the EU. We provide everything you need for effective remote work.
• Unlimited learning opportunities – Access to unlimited LinkedIn Learning.
• Modern office – open office spaces, modern and digital devices.
• Stay fit and invest in your future – with sports discounts and the opportunity to contribute to a pension plan.

At IFCO, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. IFCO is an equal opportunity employer.

We are looking forward to receiving yourapplication.