AP Accountant

Publicado 04-10-2021

Klöckner Pentaplast

Porto Porto (Contabilidade / Finanças)


kp is a leading global manufacturer of rigid and flexible packaging and special films. We have a clear goal: the sustainable protection of important everyday products. You will find our customers in markets from pharmaceuticals to food and consumer goods. With our film products, we make sure the products last longer and maintain their important properties. With this we significantly contribute to safety, health and consumer satisfaction. We are as dynamic and fast paced as the markets of our customers. Always in motion! Founded in 1965, we now have 31 factories in 18 countries and employ more than 5,900 people worldwide.
Tasks and responsibilities:
Handling of processes in accounts payable;
Receipt and audit of invoice;
Enter, check and post invoices with and without purchase order;
Payment of liabilities;
Reconciliation of yet to be performed payments, execution of payment run and transfer to bank;
Support in the preparation of financial statements (month, quarter, year);
Execution of balance reconciliation, Accruals, etc?;
Account maintenance;
Processing of Travel & Expenses (T&E);
Handling of consignment stock clearing process and invoice postings;
Support intercompany AP reconciliation;
Participation in project work;
Handling external and internal queries via email / phone;
Provide support related to annual and interim audits;
Perform internal audit & regular controls.
Leadership:
Team player;
Review work performed by Junior AP Accountants and provide training;
Work effectively with people from all backgrounds, promoting inclusion and respect for diversity;
Build Trust and Partnerships;
Treat sensitive and/or confidential information appropriately.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of IFRS;
Knowledge of accounting standards in one of the following GAAPs: Portugal, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, UK or USA;
Knowledge of cost and performance accounting.
Functional/Technical Skills:
Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field;
Good knowledge of English and another European language (German, Italian, French, Spanish and Dutch preferred);
Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office;
Strong Team Work skills
Good analytical and Organisation skills;
Effective business writing and professional communication skills;
Ability to work in an international global work environment.
Experience:
3 + years of professional experience in finance and accounting or equivalent;
Experience within a Shared Service Centre environment and transition.
Competencies:
Costumer Focus: internal & external client, excelent service oriented.
Collaboration: accountability, integrity and ethical values.
Communication: emotional intelligence; assertiveness; resilience.
Continuous improvement: open mind, curiosity, change orientation, efficient solution oriented, creativity, flexibility.
High work standards: , independent, systematic and quality oriented way of working, result driven.
Have we piqued your interest? Great. We look forward to receiving your application including your salary expectations and your earliest start date.
Klöckner Pentaplast is an equal opportunity employer, which makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, handicap, disability, sexual preference or marital status.