(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