Accounts Payable Accountant

About Vantiva ​ Pushing the Edge ​ Vantiva (Euronext Paris: VANTI) is a global technology leader in connectivity technologies. For over 130 years, we have delivered solutions that connect what matters most. Today, we continue to redefine connectivity with industry-leading broadband, video, and IoT-driven smart systems that elevate how people live, work, and connect globally. ​ Vantiva combines a customer-focused approach with decades of software development, electronics hardware design, and flexible supply chain expertise to deliver high-quality solutions at scale. This proficiency has positioned us as a trusted provider to leading network service providers, enterprise customers, and consumers around the world. ​ Our strong commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices has earned us multiple Gold and Platinum Medals from EcoVadis for environmental and social performance. These awards place us among the top 2% of organizations in our category evaluated globally. ​ With our headquarters in Paris and major offices in Australia, Brazil, China, India, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States, we serve a diverse global customer base. ​ For more information, please visit vantiva.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X (Twitter) . Vantiva (Euronext Paris: VANTI) is a global technology leader in connectivity technologies. For over 130 years, we have delivered solutions that connect what matters most. Today, we continue to redefine connectivity with industry-leading broadband, video, and IoT-driven smart systems that elevate how people live, work, and connect globally. ​ Vantiva combines a customer-focused approach with decades of software development, electronics hardware design, and flexible supply chain expertise to deliver high-quality solutions at scale. This proficiency has positioned us as a trusted provider to leading network service providers, enterprise customers, and consumers around the world. ​ Our strong commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices has earned us multiple Gold and Platinum Medals from EcoVadis for environmental and social performance. These awards place us among the top 2% of organizations in our category evaluated globally. ​ With our headquarters in Paris and major offices in Australia, Brazil, China, India, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States, we serve a diverse global customer base. ​ For more information, please visit vantiva.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X (Twitter) . Vantiva GBS is seeking a meticulous and proactive Accounts Payable Accountant to manage all aspects of our accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely payments to vendors and maintaining precise financial records. Your responsibilities Efficiently and accurately process AP transactions using applicable accounting technology and systems, ensuring compliance with company policies. Review and validate supplier invoices, ensuring correct VAT treatment and compliance with tax regulations (both EU and non-EU). Resolve discrepancies and errors in invoices, coordinating with internal stakeholders and vendors to ensure accuracy. Ensure timely approval and posting of supplier invoices, following internal approval workflows. Prepare and process payment proposals for supplier invoices, employee expenses, and intercompany transactions. Perform reconciliation of supplier statements/accounts, ensuring accurate records and timely payments. Monitor open accounts payable transactions, following up on pending approvals and addressing outstanding issues. Handle supplier inquiries and disputes, providing timely responses and resolutions regarding payments, deductions, and discrepancies. Work closely with procurement, finance, and other departments to resolve issues related to purchase orders, invoices, and payments. Maintain strong relationships with vendors, ensuring smooth processing and payment alignment. Participate in month-end closing activities, ensuring all AP transactions are properly recorded in the general ledger. Prepare and analyze AP aging reports, identifying overdue payments and ensuring proper accruals. Support audit requests, providing necessary documentation and explanations for AP transactions. Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and internal controls related to accounts payable. Identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency improvements, contributing to the optimization of AP workflows. Our requirements Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration. Minimum 2-3 years of professional experience in Accounts Payable (P2P cycle), vendor reconciliation, or payment processing. Experience in accounting systems (SAP or SAP S/4HANA) for invoice processing and payment execution. Strong MS Office skills, particularly Excel, for data analysis, reconciliations, and reporting. General understanding of VAT rules, particularly related to input tax within and outside the EU. Very good command of spoken and written English. Knowledge of French or Spanish is an advantage. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of resolving payment discrepancies and invoice issues efficiently. Customer-focused approach, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and external partners. Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Ability to work under deadlines, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proactive mindset, continuously seeking process improvements in AP operations. What we offer Training, professional development and continuous improvement of qualifications Company contribution to training materials costs, and paid time off to attend professional exams Private medical care (possibility to add family, partners) Paid awards, recommendations and referral programs Additional Social benefits such as movie nights & Christmas gifts Relocation support and contribution Life insurance Multisport card Edenred voucher Flexible working hours Possibility to work from home and work from the office Work in an international and dynamic company Everyday contact with foreign languages Friendly working atmosphere Fruity Thursdays, coffee, tea, tickets to theatre & cinema, integration events etc. Our most important asset is our People. Vantiva’s success greatly relies on our people’s energy, motivation, and talent. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that embraces and celebrates diversity as we believe our differences drive our creativity, and innovation.We are proactive in supporting equality and maintaining an inclusive work environment, developing, and enhancing career opportunities for all. Vantiva is committed to ensuring that all its employees receive a fair wage that is sufficient to live with dignity.If you require a reasonable accommodation at any step of the application process, please let us know by answering the dedicated question in this application form. Our most important asset is our People. Vantiva’s success greatly relies on our people’s energy, motivation, and talent. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that embraces and celebrates diversity as we believe our differences drive our creativity, and innovation. We are proactive in supporting equality and maintaining an inclusive work environment, developing, and enhancing career opportunities for all. Vantiva is committed to ensuring that all its employees receive a fair wage that is sufficient to live with dignity. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any step of the application process, please let us know by answering the dedicated question in this application form.