Accounts Payable Clerk (with Dutch, English or German)

English/German or Dutch – advanced level, verbal & written
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience of AP
A good working knowledge of Excel required
A strong understanding of VAT rules of relevant European country
Requires commitment, flexibility and a professional attitude
Team-working – sharing resources and information within the team and with other departments. Develops positive working relationships with others
Self-Management – conscientious and shows commitment to get things done. Time management and the ability to meet deadlines
Excellent communication skills
Concern for Accuracy
Planning & Organizing
Initiative & Proactivity
Results Orientation
Analytical Thinking,
Ability to Summarize

To ensure that all supplier invoices are checked for legal requirements and T&C’s
To accurately register all invoices on the purchase ledger ensuring accuracy in the coding of supplier invoices and ensuring that authorisation limits are not exceeded
To efficiently and accurately validate all invoices through application of a Chart of Approvals using internal approval process
Responsibility for ensuring the accurate closedown of the purchases ledger at month-end and year-end. Prepare accrual journals for all late invoices as appropriate.
Responsible for preparation and generation of all weekly payment schedules, providing backup for authorisation as appropriate to enable in country review before approval of payment
Assist in month-end reporting, posting journals, as and when required
Prepare Ad-hoc reports as required