AP Specialist with Italian (m/f/d)

Overview

As one of the world's leading analytical instrumentation companies, Bruker covers a broad spectrum of advanced solutions in all fields of research and development. All our systems and instruments are designed to improve safety of products, accelerate time-to-market and support industries in successfully enhancing the quality of life. We've been driving innovation in analytical instrumentation for over 60 years now. Today, worldwide more than 9.700 employees are working on this permanent challenge, at over 100 locations on all continents.

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We are currently offering a new opportunity at the Bruker Business Support Center (BSC), located in Porto, Portugal. Fueled by a talented and dedicated workforce, the BSC provides Accounting business services for Bruker Corporation throughout the EMEA Region. Consider expanding your capabilities with the BSC and become an integral part of a continuously growing and dynamic team that delivers sustainable value.

Responsibilities

• Execution of operational sub-process according to Team Lead directives
  • Management of vendor master data and inbound documents
  • Recording of PO and non-PO invoices, trigger approvals and schedule payments
  • Management of recurring entries (rent, lease...)
  • Block/unblock invoices on request
  • Ensure invoices are ready for payment (processed and fully approved) in time, prioritizing critical suppliers
  • Retrieve invoices from different sources, including governmental and 3rd party platforms
  • Validation SOX controls
  • Address vendor inquiries and handle disputes and exceptions
  • Performance of PTP reconciliations and period end close activities
• Proactive resolution of day-to-day issues and escalate service incidents to Team Lead
• Assist in implementation of activities to streamline and standardize operations, including operational metrics
• Build knowledge around particular activities

Qualifications

• minimum 2 years work experience in Accounting, Accounts Payable
• strong understanding of Accounting and Accounts Payable processes; ideally knowledge in P2P process and Payments
• Experience in at least one transition of work from one part of the organization to another
• demonstrate ability to work on and own initiatives
• assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, then make clear and timely decisions
• self-reliance and ability to escalate appropriately
• strong attention to detail and diligent working style
• strong organizational skills, be open-minded and receptive to change
• SAP knowledge and experience (desirable)
• demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally in written and oral English (min. B2 level) and Italian (min. B2 level)
• valid passport will be required to perform the role

Bruker is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability and other protected characteristics.

Bruker BSC-Porto offers a comprehensive and competitive salary and benefits package with the opportunity to learn and grow within an international and dynamic work environment.

Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.