Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist (2-5 Years Experience)

Location: Porto Portugal (On-site)
Start Date: 10/11

Why Join Us

Are you detail-oriented passionate about finance and fluent in French (C2) and English (C1) As a Junior Accounts Payable Specialist youll be at the heart of our Finance Operations ensuring seamless vendor management and accurate payments.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in Accounting & Finance while working in a multicultural international environment. With a competitive salary package health insurance from day one and relocation support this role offers both professional growth and personal stability in one of Europes most attractive cities Porto.

Role Overview

As an Accounts Payable Specialist youll be responsible for processing invoices managing vendor payments reconciliations and supporting month-end closing activities. This role is ideal for professionals with 2-5 years of AP or O2C experience eager to enhance their skills in a structured global finance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices with accuracy and obtain required approvals.

• Perform 3-way matching (purchase orders invoices receipts).

• Ensure timely vendor payments via bank transfers/cheques.

• Prepare batch payments and reconcile payments against bank statements.

• Reconcile vendor accounts resolve discrepancies and finalize account reconciliations.

• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.

• Maintain and update vendor master data assisting with vendor onboarding.

• Handle queries from vendors and internal teams.

• Comply with internal controls and financial policies.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable workflows and accounting principles.

• Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables formulas preferred).

• Knowledge of ERP systems (MS Dynamics SAP Oracle NetSuite) is a plus.

• High attention to detail accuracy and ability to meet deadlines.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• French: C2 level (mandatory)

• English: C1 level (mandatory)

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or Commerce.

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable or Order-to-Cash (O2C).

• Availability to work on-site in Porto with flexible 24/7 shifts.

• Academic background in Accounting & Finance is mandatory.

Offer

• Permanent contract with a 180-day trial period.

• Base Salary: 1300 EUR 150 EUR Language Bonus 7.63 EUR/day net Meal Allowance.

• Health insurance starting from Day 1.

Relocation Support (for international hires):

• Airfare reimbursement: up to 400 (Economy class after 6 months).

• Accommodation: Shared apartment (12 months) at 280 /month (deducted from payslip utilities included).

Why This Role Stands Out

• Join a global finance hub in Porto with a supportive and international team.

• Competitive salary with language bonus and benefits from Day 1.

• Career development opportunities in Finance Operations & AP processes.

• Full relocation support to make your transition to Porto seamless.

If youre fluent in French & English and ready to advance your finance career in Porto apply now for the Junior Accounts Payable Specialist role!