Payments Specialist

PEPCO Poland Sp. z o.o.; Polska; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Payments Specialist to join their team in Poland. This role involves executing automated payment runs, validating transactions, and collaborating with finance teams to ensure accurate payment processing. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field, along with 2-4 years of experience in payments or Accounts Payable. The company offers a competitive salary, life insurance, extensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive organizational culture.

Benefits

Life insurance on preferential terms

Discounts on purchases at Pepco stores

Meal subsidies for the company canteen

Financial support for various life situations

Extensive benefits platform

Extensive training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in payments or Accounts Payable, preferably in a multinational or shared services environment.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems.
• Ability to manage high payment volumes under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Executing centralized, automated payment runs across multiple countries.
• Validating, uploading, and releasing payment files from ERP systems.
• Collaborating with Treasury and finance teams on payment execution.

Skills

Fluency in English

Knowledge of SEPA, SWIFT, and European banking standards

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Service-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Dynamics

Job description

Pepco is a well-known and valued brand, present in 18 European countries. Each month, over 30 million customers visit nearly 4,000 of our stores. This success is driven by more than 25,000 store employees who ensure the best shopping experience for our customers, as well as several thousand employees working in our Distribution Centers and Offices across Europe.

Our greatest strength comes from our people—their passion and energy inspire us to keep reaching higher! Join us and be a part of our success story!

Payments Specialist

Location: Bucuresti, Bucuresti, RO, 077190

Responsibilities

• Executing centralized, automated payment runs across multiple countries, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Performing scheduled and ad-hoc payments in line with the payment calendar and internal controls.
• Validating, uploading, and releasing payment files from ERP systems to banking platforms with required approvals.
• Monitoring ERP–bank interfaces and investigate rejections, failures, or anomalies.
• Resolving payment issues, including failed, rejected, or duplicate transactions, escalating when needed.
• Collaborating with Treasury and finance teams to ensure funding availability and correct payment execution.
• Acting as a key contact for business and finance stakeholders on payment-related queries.
• Supporting continuous improvement, system testing, and automation of payment processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in payments or Accounts Payable, preferably in a multinational or shared services environment.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics).
• Knowledge of SEPA, SWIFT, and European banking standards.
• Fluency in English and at least one European language from the Pepco network; additional languages are a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high payment volumes under tight deadlines.
• Structured, reliable, and able to follow procedures and controls rigorously.
• Proactive team player with a service-oriented mindset, strong communication skills, and a problem-solving approach.

What we offer

• Work in an international company featured on the Forbes list of the best employers in Poland and beloved by millions of consumers in Poland and Europe.
• Temporary contract.
• A competitive salary and real opportunities for promotion - the development of our employees is the cornerstone of our strategy!
• Life insurance on preferential terms, to feel secure.
• An extensive benefits platform offering a wide range of options – including medical care, sports cards, events, trips, shopping vouchers, and more.
• Discounts on purchases at Pepco stores – get your favorite products at even better prices!
• A wide range of training sessions, courses, and webinars designed to help our employees grow and thrive!
• The opportunity to improve language skills by working in an international environment.
• Free psychological, legal, and financial consultations as part of our employee support program – our employees' well-being is our top priority!
• Smart Lunch – meal subsidies for the company canteen, giving access to daily on-site dishes at discounted prices.
• Financial recognition in the form of jubilee awards, additional days off, and loyalty-based discounts for employees celebrating their work anniversaries.
• A social fund providing additional financial support to ensure security and assistance in various life situations.
• A friendly atmosphere and support from colleagues who are eager to share their expert knowledge – despite being a large organization, we’ve maintained a warm, informal atmosphere.
• A role within a unique organizational culture – Pepcoolture – where our mission, vision, and values are the foundation of our everyday work