Accounts Payable Operations Representative (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role
Our Accounts Payable team, composed of 14 people, is integrated in the Procurement Service Line and focuses on delivering accounts payable operations in collaboration with other Accounts Payable teams, as well as other departments, such as Finance.

As an Accounts Payable Representative, you will work on performing transactional operations on a day-to-day basis, according to operational procedures, respecting service, quality and customer satisfaction targets to support the whole Procurement department.

You will get the opportunity to contribute to the success of our Global Business Services and have a positive impact on the whole Solvay Group.

You will be accountable for:

• Invoice and credit note postings
• Perform internal controls
• Perform account reconciliations
• Error treatment
• Correct processing of data and maintenance of the system
• Day-to-day interaction with internal and external stakeholders
• Problem-solving and escalation

• We offer a fixed-term 9-month contract based on a hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• Relevant work experience in Global Business Services is a plus.

Competencies:

• Fluency in English (both written and spoken)
• Google Tools Knowledge (Excel sheets)
• SAP Knowledge is a plus

Behaviors:

• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Open to an international environment
• Collaborative spirit

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While Portugal’s base pay reasonably expected for this role is 1100 to 1400 EUR, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvays pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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