Role summary:
The Accounts Payable Department of Flowserve’s Business Service Center is looking for an enthusiastic person, who is eager to learn and has the willingness to acquire the basic financial and accounting skills, as well as to develop personal skills as well. As an AP accountant, you will have the opportunity to process different kind of invoices into various ERP-systems, to communicate colleagues around the world and to build good relationships with our valued suppliers by handling their inquiries. You will also have the chance to prepare regular and ad-hoc reports for our management.
Your tasks:
Check, sort, code and match invoices
Process non-PO invoices in accordance with the Delegation of Authority
Monitor and reconcile vendor statements to ensure that payments are up to date
Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
Participate in month end closings
Ensure data accuracy
Perform other ad-hoc tasks defined by the direct leader or higher management
Handle queries through email or phone (both external and internal customers)
Review payment runs to ensure data accuracy
Create monthly reports (e.g. KPI, GRNI, AP Aging)
Have continuous follow up on aged items (e.g. GRNI, AP Aging)
Provide trainings to Associate and Staff Accountants
Ensure Desktop Procedure Documentation is up to date
Recognize process deficiencies and suggest solutions
Participate in projects as required
Your profile:
1-3 years of experience in a relevant field
Economics/Finance related Secondary Studies or Bachelor's Degree (or in progress) required, studies in Economics is an advantage
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (German and French are a plus)
Proficient in data entry and management
Ability to build relationships effectively with customers via phone
Confident user of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Basic knowledge and experience with ERP systems (e.g. Oracle, SAP) is an advantage
Good analytical, research and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
Excellent team player
Supportive attitude and good interpersonal skill set
Ability to cope with process changes
What we can offer:
Friendly multicultural environment and team events
Life, accident and health insurance
Cafeteria Package
Career development and training opportunity
There is an opportunity for home office (3 days a week)