Junior Accountant

AP and Expenses Junior Accountant will be responsible for processing invoices and expense claims in a timely and high quality manner as defined by Service Level Agreements and Customers' expectations, responds to assigned enquires, resolves open items with vendors and collaborates closely within the AP and Expenses team seeking opportunities for continuous improvement, good customers experience and contributing to a positive working atmosphere.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Code and process invoices and expenses claims in line with procedures
• Ensure that all processed documents are posted in accordance with accounting rules and legally compliant
• Reverse and post corrections of the documents posted with error
• Handle supplier/customer requests and enquiries
• Write and maintain process documentation
• Perform all activities in line with agreed SLAs and KPIs
• Both share and apply best practice in Accounts Payable area
• Communicate with internal and external customers in an efficient and effective manner
• Ensure that all relevant company’s standards and guidelines are met
• Support AP and Expenses Team in daily tasks

About you

• English skills minimum at level B2
• Any relevant experience in Finance department will be a strong asset
• University degree preferably in accounting area courses (may be yet completing the studies if available for the full time job)
• Familiarity with MS Office, accounting software
• Attention to details
• Analytical and problem – solving skills
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
• Creativity and open mind attitude
• Very good self – organization and target orientation skills
• Customer and teamwork focus and capability
• Strong organizational, multi – tasking, and time- management skills
• Flexibility, especially in the period of the month/year – end closing

About us

We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.

Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.

Agile Working

We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That’s why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.

Pre-Engagement Screening

In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability, and references from previous employers.

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We’re redefining what an international law firm can be. With a unique global network and an unparalleled range of expertise, this is where you’ll work on the cases that shape the world and will define your career.

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