Accounts Payable Junior Accountant

• German speaker
  Airbus
  
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  Lisbon, Lisboa
  
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PERMANENT

Updated 09/02/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Job Description

We are now looking for an Accounts Payable Accountant

• German Speaker for Airbus GBS team! We have position is available for either Coimbra or Lisbon!
  Responsibilities
• your mission
  

Operations:

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Process and monitor incoming invoice flows from suppliers via the different invoicing channels

Ensure payment of invoices in due time that respect full conformance with internal and external requirements​

Internal customer and external supplier query/claim resolution on a timely basis, including supporting to litigation topics ​

Investigate and resolve payment issues ​

Perform Vendor Statement Reconciliations (VSRs) to ensure matching of liabilities between Airbus and suppliers ​

Manage limited Non-Purchase Orders (PO) exceptions in line with the Airbus Payments directive ​

Customer service and relationship:​

Build and sustain a robust relationship with internal customers ​

Work in close collaboration with internal customers to identify and implement solutions for problems encountered on a daily basis​

Promote adherence to business rules in accordance with the standard Airbus processes and policies​

Compliance:

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Act as guardian of the temple with regards to compliance, Procure to Pay (P2P) standard process and business rules: (i) ensure that all compliance and internal control related topics are followed by using the correct procedures when processing invoices, (ii) be alert to fraud attempts and (iii) promote compliance amongst internal and external stakeholders​

Support continuous improvement opportunities and solution implementation, working with colleagues, internal customers, suppliers, to solve issues and roll-out improvements​

Actively participate in trans-functional / trans-national projects and tools supporting the P2P process

Invoice Processing:

Receive invoices, verify accuracy to items ordered, received, and pricing when necessary and receive approval from appropriate Department Head

Investigate and resolve exception invoices associated with processing of invoices and purchase orders Prepare invoices for payment Corporate travel program:

Review risk expense reports to ensure employee compliance to corporate travel policy and collaborate with employees to correct expense report issues Provide support, investigate, and resolve travel and corporate card inquiries concerning account status Act as the subject matter expert for corporate travel online tool and provide administration support on managing user profiles/account details. Provide monthly travel reports to track cost and compliance

Internal and External Customer Service:

Receive, research and resolve a variety of routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to appropriate persons Act as a department liaison between departments and vendors Maintain vendor statements with selected vendors

Additional Responsibilities:

Comply with safety policies and procedures Comply with Finance, AP, Purchasing, and Supply Chain policies and procedures Performs variety of tasks and projects as necessary from the Leadership team Requirements

• our ideal candidate will have
  Junior accountant (recent graduates) or with experience in Accounting administrative tasks
  Fluent in German and English
  Ability to handle high-volume of data entry, to work with appropriate parties to resolve issues on invoices, and to implement and document process improvements
  Ability to process a minimum of 80 invoices daily with 98 accuracy Familiar with standard accounting concepts, practices, and procedures Attention to detail and accuracy Organizational and time management skills Professionalism Service-oriented approach Ability to prioritize issues, to efficiently troubleshoot problems Effective Communication skills, both oral and written Ability to work with all organizational levels
  Proven ability to work in a team and independently​
  Rigorous and analytical with ability to follow and apply strict processes and internal controls​
  Systems and tools•working knowledge of SAP desirable with a strong desire to develop further​
  Benefits•what's in it for you
  Diverse career opportunities within Airbus European core countries or in other regions around the world.

A hybrid working model, allowing you to combine onsite and offsite work. A modern office at Parque das Nações, well connected to public transportation.

A motivated and fun crew to grow and build and shape the GBS together.

An intense and exciting onboarding experience.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Portugal SA

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

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