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Airbus

Oct 18, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need experience in Treasury, strong analytical and communication skills in English and German, proficiency in Excel and SAP, a finance degree, attention to detail, and customer service orientation.
  • You will manage payment processes, prepare reports, handle exceptions, execute transactions in SAP, resolve issues, maintain documentation, ensure compliance, and provide internal client support.

Requirements

  • payment analyst with a demonstrated experience in Treasury activities
  • Analytical skills to analyse financial data
  • Good English and German communication and presentation skills (speaking and writing), and other languages would be a plus.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • You have a university in Finance / bank accounting
  • You have a good knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel.
  • You have a demonstrated experience in ERP systems (SAP).
  • Diligent and strong work ethics.
  • You are well organized and able to perform under pressure any urgent payment.
  • You are dynamic, autonomous and very responsible.
  • You are customer service oriented.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, research and resolution skills.
  • Advanced English written and oral skills

Responsibilities

  • This position is required to know and understand the payment cycle model and the procedures within our companies, it is also required to handle all the concepts within the payment process as well as managing internal audit controls when they are required.
  • Prepare weekly/Daily payment reports (Cash Planner, Outflows Validation, Actuals, Forecasts, Cash positions, etc.).
  • Actively participate in month end/ Quarter end closing activities.
  • In charge to prepare Checks, electronic funds transfer (ACH), Wire proposals and execute them as per approval process in ERP (SAP).
  • Managing payment’s exceptions through different banks platforms
  • Manage the Issue Resolution process related with Payments in the ERP (SAP)
  • Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy.
  • Comply permanently with internal controls standards and interface internal audit teams
  • Offer a customer service to the internal client

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Accounts Payable Accountant - German Speaker (Payments).

What are the main responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Accountant?

The main responsibilities include preparing payment reports, participating in month-end closing activities, managing electronic funds transfers, handling payment exceptions, maintaining documentation, and ensuring compliance with internal controls.

What languages are required for this position?

Good communication and presentation skills in English and German are required, and proficiency in other languages is a plus.

What qualifications are needed for this role?

Candidates should have a university degree in Finance or bank accounting, analytical skills to analyze financial data, and experience with ERP systems, specifically SAP.

Is experience in Treasury activities necessary?

Yes, demonstrated experience in Treasury activities is required for this position.

What kind of work environment does Airbus promote?

Airbus promotes a diverse and inclusive working environment and offers a hybrid working model, allowing for both onsite and offsite work.

Are there opportunities for career advancement?

Yes, there are diverse career opportunities within Airbus's European core countries and other regions around the world.

What skills are valued in an ideal candidate?

The ideal candidate should have attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, be customer service oriented, well-organized, dynamic, autonomous, and possess strong work ethics.

Does the position involve customer service?

Yes, the Accounts Payable Accountant is expected to offer customer service to internal clients.

How can I apply for this position?

Interested candidates can submit their CV or application, and by doing so, consent to Airbus using and storing their information for monitoring purposes related to their application or future employment.

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Airbus

We pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide the most efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers the most modern and fuel-efficient airliners. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus approaches sustainability by respecting the planet, valuing people and enabling prosperity. These guiding principles are embedded in our operations and activities. In 2022, the Company generated revenues of €58.8 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000.

Culture & Values

  • Customer Focus

    Customer focus is deeply embedded into our mindset, driving us to deliver on time, on cost and on quality. We partner with our customers to satisfy their needs and deliver benefits through valuable and sustainable solutions. We understand that each of us has an impact on customer relations through the work we do, which is why we always act with integrity and to the highest professional standards.

  • Integrity

    We work with integrity, choosing to speak up when our principles for ethical conduct are not respected. Our zero tolerance on unethical and non-compliant actions enables us to move forward with positivity and care. We act as ambassadors for the company, representing the integrity of Airbus even when we are outside work. The Airbus Ethics and Compliance programme seeks to ensure that the company business practices not only conform to applicable laws, regulations and principles, but remains above all ethical standard benchmarks.

  • Respect

    Respect guides us in our daily interactions. We respect each other, our customers and our products. We focus on building trust through transparent and honest communications. We create inclusive working environments, where all employees are listened to and valued for their individuality. We treat each other, and all our stakeholders, in the same considerate way that we would wish to be treated ourselves.

  • Creativity

    We value and encourage creativity. We recognise that creativity exists in many forms, with ideas brimming at every level, from “shoot for the moon” ambitions, right down to our daily work. Creativity can often mean simply looking at things in a different way and our collaborative culture allows us to build on ideas and continually improve the work that we do. We make sure that everyone at Airbus has the time, space and tools to progress ideas with imagination and passion. We are always ready to act with courage, challenging our ideas and learning from our processes when we need to go back to the drawing board.

  • Reliability

    We strive to maintain and build on our standards, proving and cementing our reputation for reliability. We each feel responsible for the collective success and progress of our global team and take accountability for our actions and outputs. We are dependable and can be trusted to ensure the safety and success of our products. We take pride in our work, ensuring the service and products we deliver are exceptional and completely reliable.

  • We are One / Team Work!

    We understand that there is power in individuals, but believe there is a much greater power in collaboration and teamwork. We seek to create engaging and inclusive workplaces, where everyone has the freedom to speak up and listen to each other with an open mind.

Benefits

  • Company Pension Scheme

  • Employee Discounts

  • Health Insurance

  • Parental Leave

  • Paid and Unpaid Holidays