Accountant,Supplier invoice and Account payable

Join Our Global Financial Operations Team! Are you a finance professional ready to be at the forefront of a global transformation? We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Accountant to join our Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) team in Shanghai. This is not just a routine accounting role; it’s a chance to be a key player in our journey to harmonize and automate financial processes on a global scale.

Responsibilities

Managing critical financial information in supplier master data and ensuring the validity of the data mentioned with the supplier (external supplier contacting); Supporting end users (Basware IA) and problem solving of complex root causes in vendor invoice management process; Providing customer service when receiving service requirement from on-line portal, giving feedback or solution within 24-48 hours; Performing accounting activities to comply with reporting requirements, accounting principles (IFRS) and other regulations; Making accounts reconciliation, financial data validation, accounts specifications and reports; Providing expertise and coaching in accounting principles and practices both from accounting and system viewpoint to accountants, controllers, and other stakeholders; Independently identifying and understanding requirements and gaps in solutions and effectively conducting change management; Responsibility for transition period interim solutions and needed instructions in own area (Leap Forward program); Running payments to our external and internal partners according Valmet policies as a backup when needed; Working closely with Business Finance and other stakeholders

Requirements

Expert in Accounts Payable, covering full audit trail from master data and logistics to general ledger and reporting; Knowledge of accounting principles and standards; Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting and/or a recognized accounting qualification; Previous working experience within financial accounting and reporting; Interested in AI tools and leverage AI tools to boost work efficiency; Self-motivated drive to fulfill requirements and meet timeliness and ability to roll up sleeves when working across teams and functions to influence action; Ability to identify critical topics and process issues where necessary; Excellent communication skills with ability to deliver complex messages in an effective way; Fluent in written and spoken English; Effective documentation and presentation skills; Ability to work well under pressure, identify critical topics and help keep others positive and motivated; Align with Valmet’s Leadership Principles: Take accountability, Lead with courage, Build on trust, Collaborate for growth

Nice to have

Competence in other languages is an advantage; Understanding of Valmet business model and way of working is an advantage

Benefits

Competitive pay; comprehensive insurance; vibrant workplace culture; team-building events; employee clubs; flexible internal mobility program