Payment & Approval Accountant

Are You Looking to Build a Career That Contributes to a Brighter Future?
Then you could be our new Accountant in Payments & Approval
What you would be handling?
Daily Tasks
Review and execute outgoing payments across multiple payment methods
Ensure proper payment authorization and compliance with internal controls
Perform duplicate payment monitoring and resolve exceptions
Monitor bank transactions and payment statuses
Collaborate with banks, Treasury, AR, and Finance teams on payment topics
Execute and document daily payment controls
Weekly Responsibilities
Review payment performance, rejections, and exceptions
Support weekly payment-related reporting
Perform bank reconciliations as required
Ensure regulatory and currency compliance in payment processing
Participate in team meetings and process alignment sessions
Maintain payment and approval documentation
A Month in the Life
Month-end is a critical period for the Payments & Approval Accountant. During this time, all payment and settlement activities must be accurately reflected in the financial accounts. The accountant prepares bank reconciliations, and ensures all controls are executed and documented on time.
Monthly Responsibilities
Support month-end closing activities
Prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations
Ensure timely and accurate execution of internal controls
Prepare payment-related reports and analysis
Support internal and external audits
Review payment compliance and control effectiveness
Additional Tasks Assigned by the Leader
In addition to standard responsibilities, the Payments & Approval Accountant may lead or support improvement initiatives, participate in payment process enhancements, and take part in cross-functional projects. The role may also involve supporting new payment methods, regulatory changes, or acting as a backup for senior team members when required.
Does This Sound Like a Match?
Click the ‘Apply for position’ button and submit your CV and application letter in English via our recruitment system.
Application due
2026-10-31
Seniority Level
Associate
Job Functions
Accounting / Auditing, Finance
Industry
Chemicals
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