Accounting And Reporting Analyst-Payable

ABB; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Bangalore is seeking a German-speaking Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance Services team. You will handle vendor invoices in SAP, perform 3-way matching, and ensure timely payments with a strong focus on accuracy and customer service.

The role covers communication with German and English-speaking vendors, adherence to internal controls, and support for month-end closing, with opportunities to drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, commerce, or business administration.
• Proficiency in German (B2 level or above) – both written and verbal.
• 4–6 years of experience in Accounts Payable or P2P operations in a shared service or multinational environment.
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices (PO and non-PO) in SAP accurately and within defined SLAs.
• Perform 3-way matching (PO, GR, Invoice) and resolve invoice discrepancies with procurement and business teams.
• Handle vendor communication and query resolution in German and English, maintaining high customer service standards.
• Support payment run activities and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and follow up on open items.
• Ensure adherence to ABB’s internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Identify and support process improvement, automation, and standardization initiatives within the AP process.

Skills

German (B2)

P2P processes

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Accounting & Reporting Manager - Account

We are looking for a German-speaking Accounts Payable Specialist with strong process knowledge and a customer-focused mindset to support our Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations.

The work model for the role is:

This role is contributing to the Finance Services business Accounts Payable division in Bangalore, India.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Process vendor invoices (PO and non-PO) in SAP accurately and within defined SLAs.
• Perform 3-way matching (PO, GR, Invoice) and resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with procurement and business teams.
• Handle vendor communication and query resolution (via emails and calls) in German and English, maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• Support payment run activities and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and follow up on open items or pending issues.
• Ensure adherence to ABB’s internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing activities as per the global finance calendar.
• Identify and support process improvement, automation, and standardization initiatives within the AP process.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Commerce, or Business Administration.
• Proficiency in German (B2 level or above) – both written and verbal.
• 4–6 years of experience in Accounts Payable or P2P operations within a shared service or multinational environment.
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Language & Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for German-speaking vendors and internal teams.
• Translate financial documents and vendor communications from German to English and vice versa.
• Ensure clear and professional communication across multiple regions.

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