Financial Controller – Accounts payable

About the Position

We are seeking a Financial Controller – Accounts payable to manage the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring timely and accurate processing of suppliers’ invoices
• Supporting other accounting duties
• Preparing financial reports as needed
• Verifying supplier invoices in accordance with contracts and purchase orders
• Obtaining appropriate payment authorization prior to vendor payments
• Reviewing and approving invoice postings for accurate general ledger entries
• Preparing and processing payment batches, ensuring timely and accurate payments to suppliers
• Reviewing financial terms and conditions of supplier contracts, highlighting any financial implications
• Issuing sales invoices and ensuring prompt receipt of funds
• Reconciling and maintaining Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports
• Updating and reconciling Fixed and Intangible Assets Registers with General Ledgers
• Assisting in preparing monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations
• Supporting external financial audits by providing required documentation
• Preparing financial reports and assisting with ad hoc tasks as assigned
• Identifying and suggesting improvements to enhance efficiency in accounts payable processes
• Fostering positive relationships with other departments within the organization

Requirements

Education/Qualifications

• In progress towards attaining an ACCA qualification or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a finance role (experience in a regulated institution is an asset)

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and accounts payable processes
• Understanding of VAT principles
• Experience with general ledger functions and month-end closure processes
• Proficiency in financial software and AP modules
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Competencies Required

• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines
• Capacity to make rational decisions under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to tasks
• Quick learner with excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team
• Ambition to enhance skills in a dynamic environment

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Well-being services
• Opportunity to grow within the company
• Good work-life balance
• International environment

About the Company

CROSS BORDER TALENTS is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a network of recruitment partners across the globe. We provide permanent and talent-leasing recruitment solutions for the Engineering, ICT, and Multilingual sectors.

Location: Cais da Rocha Conde D’Óbidos Edifício LACS 1350-352 Lisbon, Portugal

Contact: [email protected]

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