Senior Accounts Payable

Job Description:Job DescriptionWe are looking for Senior Accounts Payable to join Airbus GBS.Responsibilities - your missionOperations: Process and monitor incoming invoice flows from suppliers via the different invoicing channelsEnsure payment of invoices in due time that respect full conformance with internal and external requirementsInternal customer and external supplier query/claim resolution on a timely basis, including supporting to litigation topicsInvestigate and resolve payment issuesPerform Vendor Statement Reconciliations (VSRs) to ensure matching of liabilities between Airbus and suppliersManage limited Non-Purchase Orders (PO) exceptions in line with the Airbus Payments directiveCustomer service and relationship: Build and sustain a robust relationship with internal customersWork in close collaboration with internal customers to identify and implement solutions for problems encountered on a daily basisPromote adherence to business rules in accordance with the standard Airbus processes and policiesCompliance: Act as « guardian of the temple » with regards to compliance, Procure to Pay (P2P) standard process and business rules: (i) ensure that all compliance and internal control related topics are followed by using the correct procedures when processing invoices, (ii) be alert to fraud attempts and (iii) promote compliance amongst internal and external stakeholdersSupport continuous improvement opportunities and solution implementation, working with colleagues, internal customers, suppliers, to solve issues and roll-out improvementsActively participate in trans-functional / trans-national projects and tools supporting the P2P processInvoice Processing:Receive invoices, verify accuracy to items ordered, received, and pricing when necessary and receive approval from appropriate Department HeadInvestigate and resolve exception invoices associated with processing of invoices and purchase ordersPrepare invoices for paymentInternal and External Customer Service:Receive, research and resolve a variety of routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to appropriate personsAct as a department liaison between departments and vendorsMaintain vendor statements with selected vendorsAdditional Responsibilities: Comply with safety policies and proceduresComply with Finance, AP, Purchasing, and Supply Chain policies and proceduresPerforms variety of tasks and projects as necessary from the Leadership teamRequirements - our ideal candidate will have5 to 10 years of experience in Finance and AccountingLanguages: English - Advanced Level. Capacity to interact with English native speakers; Other European languages (French / German / Spanish) would be a plusAbility to handle high-volume of data entry, to work with appropriate parties to resolve issues on invoices, and to implement and document process improvementsAbility to process a minimum of 80 invoices daily with 98% accuracyFamiliar with standard accounting concepts, practices, and proceduresAttention to detail and accuracyOrganizational and time management skillsProfessionalismService-oriented approachAbility to prioritize issues, to efficiently troubleshoot problemsEffective Communication skills, both oral and writtenAbility to work with all organizational levelsProven ability to work in a team and independentlyRigorous and analytical with ability to follow and apply strict processes and internal controlsSystems and tools – working knowledge of SAP desirable with a strong desire to develop furtherBenefits - what’s in it for youDiverse career opportunities within Airbus European core countries or in otherregions around the world.A hybrid working model, allowing you to combine onsite and offsite work.A modern office, well connected to public transportation.A motivated and fun crew to grow and build and shape the GBS together.An intense and exciting onboarding experienceThis job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.