(P2P) Purchase to Pay Accountant

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
As an accountant you will be part of a team responsible for performing tasks within the Purchase to Pay (P2P) Process regarding supplier invoice booking.
The performance should meet the requirements defined in the SLA/KPI’s (timely, accurate).
REPORTING LINE
P2P (Purchase to Pay) Team Leader
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Processing of incoming invoices – with PO (including manual matching) and non-PO
Handling rentals, travel agency, utilities and other recurring invoices
Managing open interface
Verifying that invoices comply with policies and procedures
Providing support and documentation during Internal and External Audits
Performing controls according to ICOFR framework
Assisting with monthly KPI preparation
Involvement in improvement initiatives/projects
PROFILE
Secondary School (or higher) in Finance/Accounting – required
Preferably minimum 1 year of working experience in a relevant finance/accounting function – nice to have
Experience with European country clients/suppliers will be an asset – nice to have
Knowledge and attitude in administrative processes – required
Ability to adapt quickly and demonstrate flexibility - required
Able to work independently - required
Strong team player - required
Customer service oriented - required
Good analytical and problem solving skills - required
Detail oriented - required
Positive and learning attitude - required
Focus on achieving results and continuous improvement - required
REQUIRED SKILLS
Fluent in finance terminology - required
English with minimal good reading and speaking skills (B1), business English - required
Good written and verbal communication skills - required
Experience (intermediate level) in working with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point) - required
Knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Finance
Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounting / Finance – required experience in PAYMENTS (if this experience is within an SSC environment it is an advantage)
General knowledge of accounting principles
Experience in financial systems (knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have)
Familiarity with excel – intermediate leveL