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About the Role:We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated German-Speaking Accounts Payable Assistant to join our clients finance team on a 9-month contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a global business with a strong presence in Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounts payable, a good understanding of financial processes, and be fluent in German to support our international operations.
German-Speaking Accounts Payable Assistant (9-Month Contract)Location: Edinburgh, ScotlandContract: 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract - Full time Hybrid 3 days WFH
Salary: £27,000
Key Responsibilities:
- Process and manage high volumes of invoices accurately and on time.
- Ensure all supplier payments are completed in accordance with payment terms.
- Reconcile accounts payable transactions, resolving discrepancies as required.
- Liaise with internal departments and suppliers to address payment and invoice queries.
- Assist in the preparation of month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Support the wider finance team with ad hoc duties as needed.
Key Requirements:
- Fluent in German (spoken and written) - Essential.
- Previous experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance role.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in processing financial data.
- Good understanding of accounting principles and financial systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Desirable:
- Experience with D365 or other accounting software.
- Knowledge of additional languages is a plus.
German-Speaking Accounts Payable Assistant (9-Month Contract)Location: Edinburgh, ScotlandContract: 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract - Full time Hybrid 3 days WFH
Salary: £27,000
How to Apply:If you are a fluent German speaker with experience in accounts payable and are looking for an exciting opportunity to grow within a global organization, we want to hear from you!
