Accounts Payable Specialist: Optimize & Close

Shimano Europe Group; Madrid; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Shimano Europe Group in Madrid is seeking a self-starting Accounts Payable specialist to ensure timely processing of supplier invoices and other financial obligations. You will support the credit control team and assist in customer collections, contributing to the Iberia financials.

This role thrives in a dynamic, international environment, with a focus on improving processes, maintaining data integrity, and providing excellent supplier service.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of working experience in Finance/Administration, preferably in accounts payable.
• Familiarity with booking invoices and processing other financial administration.
• Knowledge of VAT regulation within Spain is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience in Excel and ERP-systems.
• You’re a strong communicator within several layers within the organization.
• You love to improve (yourself and your work) and you take the initiative to do so.
• Strong analytical skillset.

Responsibilities

• Assess incorrect set up/addressed invoices to enable correct coding and registration.
• Code incoming supplier/intercompany invoices to correct Business Unit & Object Account.
• Process accounts payable for invoices involving purchase orders, ensure that invoices are correctly data-entered.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies, research past due notices, and handle accounts payable inquiries with suppliers and internal customers.
• Control outstanding amounts payable and ensure selected invoices are authorized per due dates and company rules.
• Specify and monitor suspense accounts in a consistent and timely manner.
• Check and process authorized changes of vendor master data to ensure data integrity.
• Be an active player in the monthly closing process within AP and contribute to AP/IC controls.

Skills

Invoicing

VAT Spain

Excel

ERP systems

Communication

Initiative

Analytical thinking

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Shimano Europe Group in Madrid is seeking a self-starting Accounts Payable specialist to ensure timely processing of supplier invoices and other financial obligations. You will support the credit control team and assist in customer collections, contributing to the Iberia financials.

This role thrives in a dynamic, international environment, with a focus on improving processes, maintaining data integrity, and providing excellent supplier service.