AP Accountant

COFCO International; Porto; Presencial; EUR 27 000 - 38 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

COFCO International in Porto, Portugal, is seeking an AP Accountant to coordinate day-to-day accounting transactions and support payment proposals. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, 3+ years of experience, and fluency in English. SAP experience is preferred.

You will liaise with vendors and internal teams to ensure accurate postings and timely payments. The successful candidate will contribute to process improvements and KPI reporting, working in a

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting/Finance/Economy or related field.
• Fluent in English is mandatory; Spanish is a plus.
• Experience with SAP is preferred.
• At least 3+ years in accounting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to process improvement.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and monitor day-to-day accounting transactions including invoice processing and travel expenses.
• Prepare and schedule payment proposals and ensure timely payments.
• Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders to obtain invoices on time.
• Post invoices with correct information and ensure accuracy across systems.
• Investigate and resolve open items with multiple teams across locations.
• Support KPI development and reporting for management.

Conhecimentos

Fluent English

Strong communication

Multitasking ability

Disciplined and organized

Proactive attitude

Self-directed

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting/Finance/Economy

Ferramentas

SAP

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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AP Accountant

Location: Porto, Porto, Portugal

COFCO International is a global agri-business with a clear vision, strong values and a positive culture, focused on being a leader in the global grains, oilseeds and sugar supply chains. We provide the food the world needs in a responsible way. Headquartered is Geneva, Switzerland, we are ambitious, with the right structures and culture to meet the world's increasing and changing needs. With 11,000+ people in 35 countries, our global portfolio includes assets across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We trade with over 50 nations, while providing farmers unique direct access to the growing Chinese market.

Job Purpose

Responsible for coordinating and monitoring day-to-day accounting transactions, including invoice and travel expense processing, as well as the preparation and scheduling of payment proposals.

Responsibilities

• Schedule the payment proposal for each entity, supervising that every payment is on time, with the correct information matching the bank instructions with the invoices, the tax and other information’s are the correct ones
• Communicate with the different parts evolved in the PTP process, ensure the team is receiving invoices on time from the suppliers and internal stakeholders. And ensure the booking and follow up with the payment team to ensure the payments are made on time
• Ensure the invoices are received on time and posted with the right information and
• Respond to vendors, employees and other requests and inquiries
• Investigate and resolve open items and exceptions, liaising with different teams in multiple locations
• Manage Accounts Payables interfaces between G/L accounts and other applications to ensure that information is recorded accurately and in a timely manner
• Contribute to improving automation
• Build, maintain and develop processes documentation with various team members
• Perform other reporting duties or ad-hoc tasks as required by the line manager
• Support the Team Leader in the development of KPIs, and different reports that could be needed from the upper managers

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher qualifications in Accounting/Finance/Economy or related discipline
• Fluent in English (mandatory) and Spanish (preferable), other language is appreciated
• SAP experience (preferable)
• 3+ years’ experience in the accounting field (preferrable)
• Good communication (both written and verbal) and facilitation skills
• Disciplined and organized
• Ability to multitask and set priorities
• Highly focused, motivated, and self-directed
• Pro-active approach to the work
• Knowledge of accounting standards and principles
• Strive for continuous improvement and development of systems and procedures
• Demonstrated commitment to, and successful achievement of business goals and outcomes
  

COFCO International is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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