Accounts Payable Senior Accountant

Airbus; Coimbra; Hybrid; EUR 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Modern office near public transport

Global collaboration opportunities

Onboarding and development programs

Job summary

Airbus Portugal SA is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable to join our GBS in a role focused on end-to-end invoice processing, payment execution and supplier relations. The ideal candidate has strong accounting knowledge, the ability to handle high volumes of data, and a proactive, compliant approach to P2P processes.

The position offers a hybrid work model with a modern office and opportunities to collaborate across regions worldwide, supported by a dedicated AP team and Leadership.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in Finance and Accounting.
• English – Advanced level; other European languages are a plus.
• Ability to handle high-volume data entry and resolve invoice issues.
• Ability to process a minimum of 80 invoices daily with high accuracy.
• Familiar with standard accounting concepts, practices and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Professional, service-oriented and able to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Process and monitor incoming invoice flows from suppliers via invoicing channels.
• Ensure timely payment of invoices with compliance to internal and external requirements.
• Resolve queries from internal customers and external suppliers promptly.
• Investigate and resolve payment issues and perform Vendor Statement Reconciliations.
• Manage non-Purchase Order exceptions in line with the Airbus Payments directive.

Skills

High-volume data entry

Invoice processing

SAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for Senior Accounts Payable to join our GBS!

Responsibilities - your mission

Operations:

• Process and monitor incoming invoice flows from suppliers via the different invoicing channels

• Ensure payment of invoices in due time that respect full conformance with internal and external requirements

• Internal customer and external supplier query/claim resolution on a timely basis, including supporting to litigation topics

• Investigate and resolve payment issues

• Perform Vendor Statement Reconciliations (VSRs) to ensure matching of liabilities between Airbus and suppliers

• Manage limited Non-Purchase Orders (PO) exceptions in line with the Airbus Payments directive

Customer service and relationship:

• Build and sustain a robust relationship with internal customers

• Work in close collaboration with internal customers to identify and implement solutions for problems encountered on a daily basis

• Promote adherence to business rules in accordance with the standard Airbus processes and policies

Compliance:

• Act as « guardian of the temple » with regards to compliance, Procure to Pay (P2P) standard process and business rules: (i) ensure that all compliance and internal control related topics are followed by using the correct procedures when processing invoices, (ii) be alert to fraud attempts and (iii) promote compliance amongst internal and external stakeholders

• Support continuous improvement opportunities and solution implementation, working with colleagues, internal customers, suppliers, to solve issues and roll-out improvements

• Actively participate in trans-functional / trans-national projects and tools supporting the P2P process

Invoice Processing:

• Receive invoices, verify accuracy to items ordered, received, and pricing when necessary and receive approval from appropriate Department Head

• Investigate and resolve exception invoices associated with processing of invoices and purchase orders

• Prepare invoices for payment

Internal and External Customer Service:

• Receive, research and resolve a variety of routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to appropriate persons

• Act as a department liaison between departments and vendors

• Maintain vendor statements with selected vendors

Additional Responsibilities:

• Comply with safety policies and procedures

• Comply with Finance, AP, Purchasing, and Supply Chain policies and procedures

• Performs variety of tasks and projects as necessary from the Leadership team

Requirements - our ideal candidate will have

• 5 to 10 years of experience in Finance and Accounting

• Languages: English - Advanced Level. Capacity to interact with English native speakers; Other European languages (French / German / Spanish) would be a plus

• Ability to handle high-volume of data entry, to work with appropriate parties to resolve issues on invoices, and to implement and document process improvements

• Ability to process a minimum of 80 invoices daily with 98% accuracy

• Familiar with standard accounting concepts, practices, and procedures

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Organizational and time management skills

• Professionalism

• Service-oriented approach

• Ability to prioritize issues, to efficiently troubleshoot problems

• Effective Communication skills, both oral and written

• Ability to work with all organizational levels

• Proven ability to work in a team and independently

• Rigorous and analytical with ability to follow and apply strict processes and internal controls

• Systems and tools - working knowledge of SAP desirable with a strong desire to develop further

Benefits - what's in it for you

• Diverse career opportunities within Airbus European core countries or in other

• regions around the world.

• A hybrid working model, allowing you to combine onsite and offsite work.

• A modern office, well connected to public transportation.

• A motivated and fun crew to grow and build and shape the GBS together.

• An intense and exciting onboarding experience

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company

Airbus Portugal SA

Employment Type

Permanent

Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Transactional Accounting

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