Ap Senior Specialist

Overview:
As one of the world’s leading analytical instrumentation companies, Bruker covers a broad spectrum of advanced solutions in all fields of research and development. All our systems and instruments are designed to improve safety of products, accelerate time-to-market and support industries in successfully enhancing the quality of life. We’ve been driving innovation in analytical instrumentation for over 60 years now. Today, worldwide more than 8,500 employees are working on this permanent challenge, at over 90 locations on all continents.

We are currently offering a new opportunity at the Bruker Business Support Center (BSC), located in Porto, Portugal. Fueled by a talented and dedicated workforce, the BSC provides Accounts Payable business services for Bruker Corporation throughout the EMEA Region. Consider expanding your capabilities with the BSC and become an integral part of a continuously growing and dynamic team that delivers sustainable value.

**Responsibilities**:
New opportunity for an Accounts Payable Senior Specialist based in our Porto, Portugal Business Support Center (BSC). AP Senior Specialists are responsible for daily operations and selectively lead process Specialists. Also responsible for conducting process activities and proactively supporting issue resolution or escalating incidents to Team Leads where appropriate, supporting implementation of process improvements, and other change initiatives.
- Responsible for execution of operational sub-process according to Team Lead directives
- Management of vendor master data and inbound documents
- Recording of PO and non-PO invoices, trigger approvals and schedule payments
- Management of recurring entries (rent, lease )
- Block/unblock invoices on request
- Generation and review payment proposals (scheduled, automated run)
- Process (manual) payments/ pre-payments
- Validation SOX controls
- Address vendor inquiries and handle disputes and exceptions
- Performance of PTP reconciliations and period end close activities
- Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for particular process activities
- Proactively resolves daily issues and escalates service items to Team Lead
- Assists with implementation of activities to streamline and standardize, including operational metrics
- Provide assistance to Team Leads as needed and participate in special projects
- Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

- Minimum 3 years Accounts Payables, Accounting work experience required
- Deep understanding of Accounting and Accounts Payable processes
- Graduate min.BSc. degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally in written and oral English, German is a plus;
- MS Office proficiency with advanced Excel skills and advanced working knowledge of SAP ERP, xSuite
- Prior work experience with US GAAP will be an advantage
- Demonstrated ability to work on and own initiatives
- Proven ability to evaluate situations to determine the importance, urgency, risks and then make clear and timely decisions
- Self-reliant with ability to escalate appropriately
- Strong organizational skills with open minded approach and receptive to change
- Operates at the highest standards of business ethics, honesty, personal integrity, and professionalism.

Bruker is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability and other protected characteristics.

Bruker BSC-Porto offers a comprehensive and competitive salary and benefits package with the opportunity to learn and grow within an international and dynamic work environment.