Senior AP Accountant

4 Weeks ago • 7-10 Years • Account Management

Job Summary

Job Description

Keywords Studios seeks a Senior AP Accountant to join their Milan-based Shared Service Center. This role involves full-cycle accounts payable processing for a high volume of invoices, vendor management, month-end/year-end close procedures, compliance with IFRS and internal controls, and team leadership (managing a team of two). Responsibilities include processing invoices, resolving discrepancies, reconciling statements, preparing reports, ensuring compliance, and implementing process improvements. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience, preferably in a US or Canadian company, and proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.
Must have:
  • Full-cycle AP processing
  • Vendor management
  • Month-end/year-end close
  • IFRS compliance
  • Team leadership
  • US GAAP or Canadian GAAP understanding
  • Advanced Excel skills
Good to have:
  • Experience with multi-currency transactions
  • 1099/T4A reporting experience
Perks:
  • Welfare
  • Fringe benefits
  • Tickets
  • Learning and development
  • Hybrid work

Job Details

Keywords Studios, a leading provider of international media localization, translation, voice recording, and content creation services, is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join the Finance Shared Services Center in Milan. This role will support high-level AP functions, ensure compliance with internal controls, and manage a team of two, driving efficiency and accuracy in payment processes.

Our Shared Service Center is expanding its role within the company, at today we already successfully manage 40 entities in EMEA and we are now onboarding USA and Canada. The team is growing accordingly, and we are now a team of almost 40 motivated accountants. Join us, apply today.

Role Overview

Keywords Studios is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Accounts Payable Accountant to join our dynamic Shared Service team based in Milan- Italy. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and accurate processing of vendor invoices, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and contributing to the overall financial health of the company. The ideal candidate will possess 7-10 years of progressive accounts payable experience, preferably within an American or Canadian company environment, and experience in team leading.

The Key responsibilities for this role will be:

Full-Cycle Accounts Payable Processing:

  • Oversight the processing of a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and efficiently, including matching purchase orders, receiving reports, and obtaining necessary approvals.
  • Manage and resolve discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, and receiving reports.

Vendor Management:

  • Maintain strong relationships with vendors and company internal stakeholders, responding to inquiries and resolving payment issues promptly.
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies.

Month-End and Year-End Close:

  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including preparing accruals and reconciliations.
  • Prepare and analyze accounts payable aging reports.
  • Assist with internal and external audits.

Compliance and Reporting:

  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as relevant accounting standards IFRS
  • Prepare 1099/T4A forms and other required tax filing.
  • Generate and analyze various accounts payable reports.

Process Improvement:

  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of accounts payable policies and procedures.
  • Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in accounts payable.

System Proficiency:

  • Utilize and maintain proficiency in relevant accounting software and ERP systems (Oracle, NetSuite, Kanbina AI).
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Team Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with other members of the finance team and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
  • Coordinate, mentor and provide training to junior accounts payable staff, as needed.

Requirements

Technical Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
  • 7 to 10 years of experience in accounts payable
  • Good understanding of US GAAP or Canadian GAAP.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in relevant accounting software and ERP systems.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with 1099/T4A reporting.
  • Experience in dealing with multi currency transactions is a plus.

Behavioural Skills

  • Organized and results driven: Maintains a structured approach to tasks, effectively prioritizing to meet deadlines while delivering high-quality outcomes
  • Strong Team Player: Collaborates effectively with colleagues, communicates with respect and supports colleagues when possible
  • Solutions Oriented: Addresses challenges with a positive approach and a proactive solutions oriented minders
  • Passionate and proactive: Demonstrates enthusiasm and initiative, consistently seeking opportunities to improve processes and drive success.

Benefits

Welfare

Fringe Benefit

Tickets

Learning and Development

Hybrid

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