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Finance Center of Excellence Accountant Purchase to Pay

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Fedex

17d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
  • Porto

AI generated summary

  • You need a finance background, 2+ years in Purchase to Pay, ERP knowledge, Excel skills, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and business English communication.
  • You will monitor PtP processes, lead projects, advise stakeholders on solutions, manage complex queries, and enhance team procedures while collaborating with vendors and business partners.

Requirements

  • Background in Finance is advantageous.
  • Relevant Experience in Purchase to Pay (at least 2 years)
  • Proven experience on how to post an invoice, search for invoices, vendors, payments, purchase orders, etc.
  • Knowledge and Experience of the end- to- end Purchase to Pay process
  • Experience with leading (Purchase to Pay) projects
  • Experience with business partnering (projects) in Purchase to Pay.
  • Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a business environment setting. Other desired languages are German, French, Italian, Dutch (B2 Level).
  • Experience with Excel (Mandatory).
  • Ability to pay close attention to detail.
  • Good problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Keen to learn and approach subjects outside of comfort zone and propose suggestions for improvement.
  • Experience in an international environment or similar (Plus);
  • Successful candidates are adept team players and have excellent critical thinking and communication skills. Experience in the Purchase-to-Pay environment of a multi-national company is a must, while experience with finance ERPs (Oracle) and automation is a plus.
  • General undergraduate degree (e.g. bachelor’s degree); Accreditation: Specific Business Accreditation.

Responsibilities

  • Finance Center of Excellence Accountants monitor end-to-end Purchase-to-Pay (PtP) performance process for small, medium & larger countries.
  • Based on the strategic and tactical priorities for PtP, the COE PTP Accountant leads projects and drives which enhance the PtP process overall.
  • In addition to regular partnering with regional business stakeholders on PtP-related process and system issues, advises all parties – business stakeholders, shared services, and FedEx suppliers – on solutions to complex PtP challenges while also helping to deploy specific solutions and improvements.
  • Finally, COE PTP Accountants leverage their proximity to business stakeholders and in-depth knowledge to lead complex, high-impact PtP projects including complex query handling (level 3) and business partnering for new requirements.
  • Specialist: Involves the application of specialist knowledge which may include providing specialist advice to employees, management or suppliers, managing or maintaining systems or processes or completing projects to develop or changing systems or processes as appropriate.
  • Job Responsibilities Purchase to Pay, Project management, Process Specialist, End-to-End Insights, Transformation, Business partnering
  • Other Duties May be required to perform other duties as assigned
  • Geographic Remit Up to Regional / Europe / International level
  • Vendor Responsibility Works Alongside Vendors
  • Forward Planning Responsibility Plans and organizes own work on weekly/monthly basis
  • Process Responsibility Develops existing and new team processes and procedures
  • Internal Contacts Regular interaction with First Line Management/ with Senior Management/ with Directors Occasional interaction with Officers (VP and above)
  • External Contacts Occasional interaction with external suppliers

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Finance Center of Excellence Accountant in Purchase to Pay?

The main responsibility is to monitor the end-to-end Purchase-to-Pay (PtP) performance process and lead projects that enhance the PtP process, partnering with regional business stakeholders on related issues.

Is prior experience in Purchase to Pay necessary for this position?

Yes, a relevant experience of at least 2 years in Purchase to Pay is required.

What skills are required for effective problem solving in this role?

Good problem-solving and analytical skills are essential, along with a keen attention to detail.

What level of education is preferred for applicants?

A general undergraduate degree, such as a bachelor's degree, is preferred.

Are language skills important for this position?

Yes, the ability to read, write, and communicate in English in a business environment is essential. Additional languages like German, French, Italian, or Dutch at B2 Level are desirable.

Does the job require knowledge of finance software?

Yes, experience with finance ERPs such as Oracle is a plus, along with experience in Excel which is mandatory.

What type of projects will the accountant be involved in?

The accountant will lead complex, high-impact Purchase to Pay projects, including complex query handling and business partnering for new requirements.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the company offers extensive learning resources and a Tuition Assistance Program for eligible employees.

What kind of team environment can new hires expect?

New hires can expect a collaborative team environment where successful candidates are adept team players with excellent critical thinking and communication skills.

Are there any specific cultural values at FedEx that employees should be aware of?

Yes, FedEx embraces a People-Service-Profit philosophy that emphasizes caring for employees, delivering excellent service to customers, and investing in both the business and its people.

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Fedex

Transportation
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1971
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

FedEx connects people and possibilities through our worldwide portfolio of shipping, transportation, e-commerce and digital supply chain services. For decades, we’ve been innovating to deliver more for you. Strengthening supply chains with our global network. Simplifying logistics. Enhancing tracking and visibility. And using data from every journey to make your experience better. Our people are the foundation of our success, and FedEx has consistently ranked among the world’s most admired and trusted employers. We inspire our global workforce of more than 575,000 team members to remain absolutely, positively focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards, and the needs of their customers and communities.