German Speaking Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Walters UK; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding organization is seeking a German Speaking Accounts Payable Specialist to join their Transactional Finance Team. This full-time, permanent position in Blackburn offers a fantastic opportunity to advance your finance career. The role involves managing German accounts, processing invoices, and liaising with vendors. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Accounts Payable, excellent client service skills, and a working knowledge of MS Office. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and problem-solving, and take the next step in your finance journey!

Benefits

Accelerated Career Progression

Dynamic Culture

Expert Training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Accounts Payable, preferably in Shared Services.
• Excellent client service and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage German accounts and ensure compliance with policies.
• Process invoices and perform routine Accounts Payable tasks.
• Communicate with suppliers to resolve queries.

Skills

Accounts Payable Experience

Client Service Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Strong Academic Record in Finance

Tools

MS Office

Job description

German Speaking Accounts Payable Specialist

Our client is seeking a German Speaking Accounts Payable Specialist to join their expanding Transactional Finance Team. This full-time, permanent role based in Blackburn offers an exciting opportunity for someone looking to progress their finance career within a successful organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely posting and payment of invoices, liaising with vendors, and performing other assigned Accounts Payable tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage allocated German accounts, including all related policy adherence and compliance.
• Process all non-purchase order and purchase order invoices for payment.
• Post invoices/credit notes per business requests ensuring they are coded correctly in the accounting system.
• Perform routine Accounts Payable tasks under the direction of the Accounts Payable Team Leader.
• Handle reconciliation, payments and controls.
• Monitor direct debit activities and balance sheet account reconciliation.
• Prepare monthly supplier statement reconciliations.
• Manage supplier accounts proactively and monitor ageing.
• Communicate and liaise with suppliers to resolve invoicing, payment or other queries.

The ideal candidate for the German Speaking Accounts Payable Specialist role brings proven experience in an Accounts Payable role, preferably within a Shared Services environment. You possess excellent client and customer service skills along with a working knowledge of MS Office products. A strong academic record coupled with experience in Finance sets you apart. Your communication skills enable you to present financial information effectively across all levels of management. You have a high standard of written skills, good interpersonal skills, and analytical abilities. Your ability to meet demanding deadlines will be key in this role.

Minimum Requirements:

• Proven experience in an Accounts Payable role, preferably in a Shared Services environment.
• Excellent client and customer service skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office products.
• Strong academic record and experience in Finance.
• Good communicator with the ability to present financial information to all levels of management.
• High standard of written skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Ability to meet demanding deadlines.

Ready to take the next step in your finance career? Apply now!

Job Details:

Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: Accounts Payable
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Associate
Second Language: German - Professional working
Location: Blackburn
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
Job Reference: WPC38A-9F4F6FF7
Date posted: 24 March 2025
Consultant: Tunde Williams

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