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AP Accountant with German

Job description

AP Accountant – German Speaker | Barcelona (Hybrid)
Location: Barcelona Area (Hybrid)
Language: German (Fluent) + English
Sector: Finance / Shared Service Center
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Permanent – Full-time

 The Company
Our client is an international leader with a thriving Shared Service Center near Barcelona, experiencing strong growth and transformation. They are known for investing in people, processes, and innovation. Join a dynamic finance team supporting the German market while enjoying an international work culture in one of Europe’s most vibrant cities.


The Job
As an AP Accountant – German Speaker, you’ll be part of the Accounts Payable team within the centralized Finance department. Your mission: ensure the accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments for the German entity, in compliance with internal controls and local tax regulations.

Your main responsibilities:

  • Handle invoice validation, processing, and coding for German vendors
  • Monitor payment cycles, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely payments
  • Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closings (AP-related tasks)
  • Communicate directly with suppliers and internal stakeholders in German and English
  • Collaborate with other SSC teams (Procurement, General Ledger, Treasury)
  • Participate in process improvement and automation projects
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and German accounting/tax standards
The Profile
  • Fluent in German and professional level in English
  • Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
  • 1–3 years of experience in Accounts Payable, ideally in an SSC environment
  • Proficient in SAP or other ERP systems
  • Team-oriented, proactive, with a detail-oriented mindset
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, international work environment
 
What’s in It for You?
  • Competitive salary : 35 KEUR  negociable with experience
  • Hybrid model with flexibility
  • Career growth opportunities within a growing SSC
  • A collaborative and multicultural environment
  • Relocation support (if applicable)
  • Office near Barcelona’s coast, with great facilities and international flair