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This role will focus exclusively on the finance-side of AP (excluding procurement and vendor master data activities) including invoice validation, GR/IR clearing, Helpdesk, Invoice Posting payment processing, compliance checks, and system-based reconciliations. The role will also contribute to integration of new entities, ECC & S/4HANA AP functionality, automation support, exception handling, and continuous monitoring of control compliance through dashboards and reporting.\nPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY RESULT AREAS\n Process vendor invoices (PO-based and non-PO) accurately and timely in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.\n Manage GR/IR clearing and reconciliations, ensuring timely follow-ups with relevant teams for resolution of open items.\nPerform 3-way match verification (PO, GRN, Invoice) for applicable invoices; escalate mismatches to stakeholders for timely closure.\nUnderstanding of US Sales & Use Tax concepts & knowledge on 1099 reporting requirements.\nAbility to identify taxable vs non-taxable invoices.\nKnowledge of invoice requirements as per US regulatory standards.\n Review and execute vendor payments as per defined schedules while ensuring approvals and compliance with SOX controls.\nProactively identify compliance risks or control gaps in AP processes and ensure timely mitigation and documentation.\nMonitor exception queues, blocked invoices, and aged items; prepare root cause analysis and drive issue closure with relevant teams.\nPrepare and share compliance dashboards and payment status updates, highlighting potential risks and ensuring stakeholder alignment.\nSupport AP process alignment during new company onboarding or ERP integration (S/4HANA), ensuring readiness and minimal disruption.\n Ensure accurate and compliant month-end close activities including accrual postings and invoice reclassification entries.\nCollaborate with auditors and internal control teams for documentation, walkthroughs, and sample support during audits and reviews.\nCOMPETENCIES\nAccuracy & Detail Orientation: Strong focus on accurate invoice processing, reconciliation, and documentation handling.\nCompliance-Driven Mindset: Actively monitors and addresses control gaps and ensures adherence to SOX and internal policies.\nProcess Discipline & Timeliness: Ability to work under pressure and manage high volumes within strict timelines.\nAnalytical & Reporting Skills: Capable of analysing exceptions and reporting compliance and operational status through dashboards.\nCollaboration & Communication: Proactive coordination with internal stakeholders to resolve invoice/payment issues and close actions. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to interact professionally with US vendors, requestors, and internal stakeholders.\nQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE\nBachelor’s degree in accounting, Commerce, or Finance.\n3 - 5 years of experience in AP operations within a shared services or corporate finance environment, with exposure to audit and compliance reviews.\nFluency in Romanian and Dutch (reading, writing and speaking).\nHands-on experience in S/4HANA Accounts Payable module is essential & Oracle.\nExcellent understanding of AP processes, GR/IR logic, payment runs, and accounting postings.\nProficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with dashboard/reporting tools or automation scripts is an advantage.\n\nSES and its Affiliated Companies are committed to providing fair and equal employment opportunities to all. 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