Senior Accounts Receivable Accountant

Klöckner Pentaplast; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Klöckner Pentaplast is seeking a Senior Accounts Receivable Accountant to join its Shared Service Centre in Porto. The role focuses on AR processing, bank reconciliations, and recurring reporting in an international environment.

Reporting to the Cash Control Team Leader, you will handle factoring, deductions, month-end closes, audits, and process improvements while collaborating with teams across borders. Fluent English is required, with knowledge of other European languages a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field.
• Good knowledge of IFRS.
• Good knowledge of accounting standards in one of the following GAAPs: Portugal, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, UK or USA.
• Fluent English is mandatory.
• Knowledge of additional European languages (German, Italian, French, Spanish or Dutch) is considered a plus.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office.
• Good analytical and Organisation skills.
• Effective business writing and professional communication skills.
• Ability to work in an international global work environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely daily bank postings and bank reconciliation;
• Handling of Factoring process, posting of factoring statements & reconciliation;
• Processing of deductions and if applicable generating of credit notes;
• Enter and forward invoice deductions;
• Enter and post manual invoices;
• Process AR month end closing activities;
• Perform AR reporting;
• Support in the preparation of financial statements;
• Maintenance of accounts;
• Lead and facilitate project work;
• Provide support related to annual and interim audits and regular controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

The Company

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act onclimate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

Job title: Senior Accounts Receivable Accountant Reporting to: Cash Control Team Leader #LI-HYBRID Organisation: kp Business Services Purpose of the job: Processing Accounts Receivable (AR) activities in the Shared Service Centre (SSC)

Tasks and responsibilities

• Ensure timely daily bank postings and bank reconciliation;
• Handling of Factoring process, posting of factoring statements & reconciliation;
• Processing of deductions and if applicable generating of credit notes;
• Enter and forward invoice deductions;
• Enter and post manual invoices;
• Process AR month end closing activities;
• Perform AR reporting;
• Support in the preparation of financial statements;
• Maintenance of accounts;
• Lead and facilitate project work;
• Provide support related to annual and interim audits and regular controls.

Leadership

• Team player;
• Review work performed by Junior & AR Accountants and provide training;
• Work effectively with people from all backgrounds, promoting inclusion and respect for diversity;
• Build Trust and Partnerships;
• Treat sensitive and/or confidential information appropriately.

Functional/Technical Skills

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field;
• Good knowledge of IFRS;
• Good knowledge of accounting standards in one of the following GAAPs: Portugal, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, UK or USA;
• Fluent English is mandatory;
• Knowledge of additional European languages (German, Italian, French, Spanish or Dutch) is considered a plus;
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office;
• Good analytical and Organisation skills;
• Effective business writing and professional communication skills;
• Ability to work in an international global work environment.

Experience

• 5+ years of professional experience in finance and accounting or equivalent;
• Experience with factoring;
• Experience within a Shared Service Centre environment and transition.
• Costumer Focus: internal & external client, excelent service oriented;
• Collaboration: accountability, integrity and ethical values;
• Continuous improvement: open mind, curiosity, change orientation, efficient solution oriented, creativity, flexibility;
• High work standards: independent, systematic and quality oriented way of working, result driven.

Unspecified Duties: This job description reflects the immediate requirements and objectives of the role. It is not an exhaustive list of duties but gives a general indication of the work undertaken which may vary in detail in light of changing demands and priorities.

At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people fromunderrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in theorganization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.