Accounts Payable Specilaist

Selby Jennings; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support its European finance function from Amsterdam. You will manage vendor records, process supplier invoices, execute payments, and produce AP reporting across a mixed European property portfolio.

You will work with accounting teams, property managers, and vendors to ensure accurate records, timely approvals, strong controls, and smooth month-end close.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and French or German is required.
• 3–5 years of accounts payable or related finance experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related discipline preferred.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (Yardi beneficial).

Responsibilities

• Set up, onboard, and maintain vendor records.
• Process supplier invoices with accurate coding.
• Prepare supplier payments and manage weekly payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and support month-end close.
• Produce aging reports and identify process improvements.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external managers to ensure timely invoices.

Skills

English

French

German

Yardi

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Job description

An international real estate investment and operating platform is looking to appoint an Accounts Payable Specialist to support its European finance function from its Amsterdam office. This individual will play a key role in managing invoice processing, vendor administration, payment execution, and accounts payable reporting across a diverse European property portfolio.

The successful candidate will work closely with accounting teams, property managers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate financial records, efficient payment processes, and strong operational controls.

Responsibilities

• Set up, onboard, and maintain vendor records in accordance with internal policies and procedures.
• Act as a point of contact for vendors regarding invoices, tax documentation, payment queries, and account maintenance.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external property managers to ensure invoices are submitted and approved in a timely manner.
• Review and process supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and allocation within the general ledger.
• Prepare and execute supplier payments through the banking platform.
• Manage weekly payment runs and payment schedules.
• Match invoices against purchase orders, contracts, and supporting documentation where applicable.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve outstanding queries.
• Support month-end accounts payable close activities and reconcile AP balances to the general ledger.
• Produce aging reports and investigate outstanding balances.
• Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and improve accounts payable processes.
• Assist broader finance teams with ad hoc accounting and operational projects as required.

Requirements

• The candidate must speak English and French or German fluently.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable, accounting operations, finance administration, or a related finance function.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Professional finance qualifications (or active studies towards one) would be considered an advantage.
• Experience working within an international or multi-entity environment would be beneficial.
• Familiarity with invoice workflows, vendor management, payment processing, reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
• Previous exposure to the real estate, infrastructure, logistics, or property sectors would be advantageous.
• Experience working with ERP or accounting systems; exposure to Yardi or similar platforms is considered beneficial.