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

IFX Corporate Services GmbH; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

LinkedIn Learning

Pension plan

Sports discounts

Job summary

IFCO is a global provider of reusable packaging solutions for fresh foods, enabling a circular economy across 50+ countries. The Accounts Payable role focuses on invoice processing, non-PO cost assignment, and period-end closing in a cross-border setting.

The position requires a college degree in business/accounting, SAP FI proficiency, and fluent English with French handy; German is a plus. Hybrid work arrangement in Berlin is offered.

Qualifications

• Education: College degree in Business Administration or equivalent accounting qualification/experience.
• Experience: practical accounting experience, especially Accounts Payable, VAT handling.
• International exposure: experience in cross-country collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Invoice Processing – process incoming invoices, credit and debit notes with VAT compliance.
• Cost assignment for invoices – select GL accounts, cost centers, and approvers for non-PO invoices.
• Process Harmonization & Automation – support standardization and automation of AP processes.
• Documentation Support – maintain clear process documentation.
• Variance Analysis – analyze price/quantity differences and follow up with functions.

Skills

English

French

German(adv)

Education

College degree in Business Administration or equivalent accounting qualification

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 French, 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.

IFCOis a leading global provider of reusable packaging solutions for fresh foods, empowering customers to participate in the circular economy in 50+ countries. IFCO operates a pool of over 400 million reusable packaging containers (RPCs) globally, which are used for over 2.5 billion shipments of fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, bread, and other items from suppliers to grocery retailers every year. IFCO RPCs ensure a better fresh food supply chain by protecting freshness and quality and lowering costs, food waste and environmental impact compared to single-use packaging.

More: www.ifco.com | Follow us on LinkedIn @IFCO SYSTEMS