Accounts Receivable Accountant (Maternity Cover)

The Company

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act onclimate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp we are passionate about ensuring our customers satisfaction and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

Job title: Accounts Receivable Accountant
Reporting to: Cash Control Team Leader #LI-HYBRID
Organisation: kp Business Services Porto Portugal
Purpose of the job: Processing Accounts Receivable (AR) activities in the Shared Service Centre (SSC)
Contract type: Temporary replacement contract (maternity cover) expected to last approximately 12 months.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Handling of Factoring process posting of factoring statements & reconciliation;
• Processing of receipts of payments;
• Posting of bank statements and cash allocation;
• Processing of deductions and if applicable generating of credit notes;
• Enter and forward invoice deductions;
• Enter and post manual invoices;
• Support AR intercompany reconciliation;
• Process AR month end closing activities;
• Perform AR reporting;
• Support in the preparation of financial statements;
• Maintenance of accounts;
• Participate in team and continuous improvement projects;
• Provide support related to annual and interim audits.

Leadership:

• Team player;
• Review work performed by Junior AR Accountants and provide training;
• Work effectively with people from all backgrounds promoting inclusion and respect for diversity;
• Build Trust and Partnerships;
• Treat sensitive and/or confidential information appropriately.

Functional/Technical Skills:

• Bachelor degree in Accounting Finance or similar field;
• Good knowledge of IFRS;
• Good knowledge of English (mandatory) and another European language (German Italian French Spanish and Dutch preferred);
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office;
• Good knowledge in JDE E1 (preferred);
• Good analytical and Organisation skills;
• Effective business writing and professional communication skills;
• Ability to work in an international global work environment.

Experience:

• 1 years of professional experience in finance and accounting or equivalent;
• Experience in factoring (preferred);
• Experience within a Shared Service Centre environment and transition.

Competencies:

• Costumer Focus: internal & external client excelent service oriented;
• Collaboration: accountability integrity and ethical : emotional intelligence; assertiveness; resilience;
• Continuous improvement: open mind curiosity change orientation efficient solution oriented creativity flexibility;
• High work standards: independent systematic and quality oriented way of working result driven.

Unspecified Duties: This job description reflects the immediate requirements and objectives of the role. It is not an exhaustive list of duties but gives a general indication of the work undertaken which may vary in detail in light of changing demands and priorities.

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If you are determined thrive in a fast-paced environment with high levels of accountability and focus then wed love to meet you! Please apply using the link below.

At kp Diversity Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities ideas perspectives and experiences and encourage people fromunderrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in theorganization without regard to race gender religion national origin age veteran status disability sexual preference marital status or inclusion in any other protected class.

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1