About the company:

Our client is the operational arm of a corporation, managing its global portfolio of wholly owned software companies, providing mission-critical solutions across multiple verticals. By implementing industry best practices, it delivers a time-sensitive integration process, and the operation of a decentralized model has allowed it to become a hub for creating rapid growth by reinvesting in its portfolio.

Job Purpose:
The Accounting Specialist is responsible for managing transactional accounting processes, ensuring accuracy in accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), and maintaining financial records. This role plays a key part in ensuring the timely processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations while supporting financial reporting and compliance 
requirements.

Key Responsibilities:Accounts 

Payable (AP) Management:

• Process vendor invoices, ensure accuracy, and match with purchase orders
• Manage payment schedules, process payments (wire transfers), and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain relationships with vendors and negotiate payment terms

Accounts Receivable (AR) Management:

• Generate customer invoices based on contracts and agreements
• Process incoming payments and reconcile with outstanding receivables
• Follow up with customers on overdue invoices and implement collection strategies
• Review and reporting of A/R Aging

Bank Reconciliation & Expense Management:

• Perform bank reconciliations and ensure accurate posting of transactions.
• Reconcile credit card expenses, employee reimbursements, and travel expense reports

General Accounting & Compliance:

• Maintain accurate records in Netsuite (ERP System), ensuring all transactions are properly documented
• Assist in month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS), and audit requirements

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of AP/AR processes, reconciliations, and financial record-keeping
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas).
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for vendor and customer interactions
• Fluent in German and in English, any other language is a plus