Accounts Payable Accountant

Company & Business Area Description

Originated in 1864, DNV GL operates globally in more than 100 countries with our 15,000 professionals dedicated to helping our customers make the world safer, smarter and greener.

The Global Shared Services (GSS) organization within DNV GL provides high quality, cost effective services and processes within Human Resources, Finance and IT, based on requirements defined by the business areas and Group. GSS also develops central competence for distinct services, projects and development and will support policy, procedures and system implementation on a global, regional, and local level.

Local Unit & Position Description

The Global Centre Finance will deliver high quality services to European countries related to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Record to Report processes. Services will be rendered in close collaboration with the GSS Finance Regional Centres, together developing the Global Shared Service Finance function for DNV GL.

We are seeking Accounts Payable Accountants for the Global Centre GSS Finance based in Gdynia, Poland.

The Account Payable accountants will initially report to the Head of Section for Accounts Payable. The accounts payable accountant is a member of a team of accountants; overseeing all account payable duties of a given geographical region.

To succeed in this role you are a team player with ability to create an atmosphere of motivation and enthusiasm to be part of building up the Global Centre. You will play a key role in service implementation of the accounts payable processes.

Key Tasks:

• Review and submit invoices for approval
• Verify invoices with orders and receipts
• Investigate discrepancies and take action to resolve
• Weekly payment of vendors with vendor reconciliation
• Prepare VAT tax register and declaration
• Follow up with internal and external suppliers on rejected invoices
• Reconcile Accounts Payable statements if any dispute or overdue invoices
• Monthly/weekly Accounts Payable subledger to general ledger reconciliations
• Follow up on vendor credit
• Follow up on recurring invoices and accruals
• Close cooperation with general ledger accountants

Position Qualifications:

• University degree
• Minimum one year experience of accounts payable processing
• Knowledge of Oracle preferred
• Knowledge of accounting principles
• Very good MS Office skills (Excel)
• Previous experience with a Shared Services Company/BPO preferred
• Good English skills required, written and verbal
  • Additional European language skills will be advantageous

Characteristics of Successful Employees:

• Excellent communication skills and cultural awareness
• Positive attitude and customer focus
• Attentive to detail and deadlines
• Sharp judgment
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work under pressure
• Passion and willingness to learn and understand new software/accounting systems

Opportunities Beyond Business

Our mission is to safeguard life, property and the environment. By joining us, you will work towards our meaningful vision: to make a global impact for a safe and sustainable future.

DNV GL offers an attractive working environment in an international organization that invests in developing our people. To ensure you are equipped both now and in the future to deliver on expectations within your area, you will receive training fit to your level and role. All newly hired employees can expect to receive induction training, facilitating their transition into the new position. We are situated in a modern and attractive office in a certified sustainable building. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package, and relocation allowance if applicable.

If you want to be part of actively shaping the future of a dynamic company with more than a 150 years heritage, we look forward to receiving your application.

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