Accounts Payable Accountant - temporary contract

Accounts Payable Accountant (6-Month Contract) We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Accountant for a 6-month contract to join our finance department in Barcelona.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible, in the AP Department, for following up on repetitive issues with local vendors and invoices, in close cooperation with the BPO team, managing the operations at a local level. Your main focus:

• You, acting as a Finance Business Partner, must support as an escalation point for the BPO (Business Partner Operations) weekly reminder emails to the Local Market.
• Act as the escalation point for the Accenture AP team where they are unable to reach a resolution with Local Market/supplier.
• Escalation points for AP processors with invoice and approver queries, if no resolution has been reached (No GR, PO, NPO etc.)
• Blocked invoices – Direct & Indirect – review and take action when requested.
• Review weekly top ten accounts, including all critical suppliers where there are specific issues that could significantly impact business operations.
• Manage snow requests to update/change AP master data, and the urgent payments requests from the different business units.
• Join operational weekly calls with BPO to review AP accounts status and define an action plan to be reviewed each week on a regular basis.
• Support local employees to understand the issues and workflows sent by SSC and how to solve/reply to them.
• Ensure GR/IR (Goods Received/Invoice Received) reporting for SOX controls is okay with the key users prior to approval from the LE controller. Validate that the report is received locally, distributed to the right contacts, and received back on time. Ensure LE controllers sign and report is sent back to SSC on time.
• Escalate to LE controller in case an employee is repeatedly appearing in the late/outstanding approval list.
• Support new projects.

Working for Coty Working for Coty means being part of one of the largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care. Coty is a global leader in fragrance and number three in color cosmetics, with products sold in over 150 countries around the world. Coty and its brands are committed to a range of social causes and embrace diversity while seeking to minimize its impact on the environment. You can work in a truly international and dynamic work environment, in a culture based on trust and cooperation, with opportunities for continuous improvement and learning, and the freedom to be yourself. The team consists of three people, and you will work closely together with several departments such as Logistics, Marketing, Demand Planning, and other functions. You Are a Coty Fit You have a “Ciclo Formativo Superior” in Administration. As an experienced Accounts Payable Accountant, you have strong organizational and communication skills, and you get energy from working in a fast-paced, diverse, and international environment. Other than that, you:

• Have a minimum of 1 year of experience in the Financial/Administrative Department, with a preference given to the Accounting/Supplier and/or Accounts Payable area.
• Are an advanced user level in Office applications.
• Are fluent in Spanish and English, with a medium-high level in written and spoken communication.
• Have a basic knowledge of SAP (highly desirable).
• Have the ability to work in a team.

Our Benefits As our Accounts Payable Accountant, some of the benefits you will receive are:

• A 6-month long temporary contract.
• A salary that matches your knowledge and experience.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program.

Recruitment Process

1. A telephone/online introductory meeting follows.
2. A first online/in-person interview.
3. A second interview.
4. You will receive a proposal with the terms of employment.

About Coty

Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care. At Coty, we celebrate the entire human kaleidoscope and cultivate a culture of fearless kindness. Therefore, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against any candidate or employee and strive to be an open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic selves. Join us in making over the world of beauty! For additional information about Coty Inc., please visit www.coty.com/your-career.