Accounting & Reporting Analyst-Payable

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Accounts Payable Specialist – German Language

Location: Bangalore / ABB Business Services
Company: ABB
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

About ABB

ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. Our people combine deep domain expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver innovations that drive industrial transformation. Join us and be part of a global team that is shaping the future of industries through digitalization, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

We are looking for a German-speaking Accounts Payable Specialist with strong process knowledge and a customer-focused mindset to support our Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations. This role involves managing invoice processing, vendor queries, and payment-related activities for German-speaking countries within ABB, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with ABB policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices (PO and non-PO) in SAP accurately and within defined SLAs.
• Perform 3-way matching (PO, GR, Invoice) and resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with procurement and business teams.
• Handle vendor communication and query resolution (via emails and calls) in German and English, maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• Support payment run activities and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and follow up on open items or pending issues.
• Ensure adherence to ABB’s internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing activities as per the global finance calendar.
• Identify and support process improvement, automation, and standardization initiatives within the AP process.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Commerce, or Business Administration.
• Proficiency in German (B2 level or above) – both written and verbal.
• 4–6 years of experience in Accounts Payable or P2P operations within a shared service or multinational environment.
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Language & Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for German-speaking vendors and internal teams.
• Translate financial documents and vendor communications from German to English and

• vice versa.

• Ensure clear and professional communication across multiple regions.

Why Join ABB

• Be part of a global team that values innovation, diversity, and collaboration.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Work in a dynamic environment that encourages process excellence and transformation.
• Opportunity to contribute to ABB’s commitment to sustainability and digitalization.

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