Accounts Payable Accountant

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Accountant who wants to contribute to smooth, accurate and timely finance operations. In this role, you will help to ensure that supplier invoices and other payables are handled correctly and efficiently, while supporting strong financial control and reliable reporting. 

Your assignment 

As Accounts Payable Accountant, you will take responsibility for important parts of our end-to-end accounts payable process. You will work closely with colleagues and stakeholders to secure timely payments, accurate financial information and compliance with agreed processes and requirements. 

Your main responsibilities will include: 

• Managing supplier invoices from receipt and verification through accurate recording and timely payment 

• Performing controls and checks to ensure that payments to IKEA suppliers are authorized and aligned with purchase agreements 

• Providing input for accounts payable reporting and analysis 

• Supporting the period-closing process and contributing to accurate and timely financial reporting 

• Reconciling accounts, including intercompany transactions 

• Securing accurate settlement of different types of payables in line with agreed payment terms 

• Where relevant to the assignment, managing employee reimbursements, travel expenses and related expense processes 

About you 

You have a good understanding of accounting principles, processes and practices, and you know how to apply them to different financial transactions and situations. You bring knowledge of IFRS and GAAP, together with a strong understanding of the purchase-to-pay process and the compliance and control requirements connected to accounts payable.  

You are comfortable working with finance systems and using them to produce accurate financial information and reports. You work in a structured way, pay attention to detail and understand the importance of precision. When challenges arise, you use logic and sound judgement to understand the underlying cause and find effective solutions. You are also able to organize and prioritize your work in line with agreed goals.  

We believe that you: 

• A degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, or equivalent work experience 

• Enjoy collaborating and achieving results together with others 

• Are curious and want to understand not only what we do, but also why we do it 

• Bring a structured, analytical and solution-oriented approach to your work 

• Care about quality, accuracy and delivering on commitments