Fully Remote Accounts Payable Accountant - German Speaking

SF Partners is thrilled be partnering with a fantastic client who is recruiting for a Full Time Permanent German Speaking Accounts Payable Accountant on an exclusive basis. This is a fully remote role offering an attractive salary and benefits package.

Job Title: Accounts Payable Accountant (German Speaking)
Location: Fully Remote

Overview
My client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Accountant to support their finance operations, with a primary focus on Germany. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience processing German invoices, be fluent in German, and be comfortable working in SAP within a fast-paced, growing private-equity owned company.

Key Responsibilities

- Process high volumes of German vendor invoices in compliance with local tax and regulatory requirements
- Perform 3-way matching (invoice, purchase order, goods receipt) and resolve discrepancies
- Ensure accurate and timely posting of invoices in SAP
- Manage vendor inquiries in both German and English, ensuring prompt issue resolution
- Support month-end closing activities related to Accounts Payable
- Maintain vendor master data accuracy
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and EMEA accounting standards
- Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, and other internal stakeholders across the region
- Assist with audits and provide required documentation as needed

Required Qualifications

- 1-3 years of Accounts Payable experience, specifically processing German invoices
- Fluent in German (written and spoken); professional proficiency in English
- Hands-on experience working with SAP
- Strong understanding of German VAT and compliance requirements
- High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment

Advantageous

- Experience in a multinational or shared services environment
- Exposure to EMEA-wide accounting operations
- Accounting or Finance-related degree or vocational training

What My Client Offer

- Opportunity to work in a dynamic, international finance team
- Career development and growth within EMEA finance operations
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Flexible working arrangement

If you are interested in this brilliant opportunity please apply for immediate consideration.