Job Description:
Company description:
Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2019 it generated revenues of € 70.5 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.
Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.
Founded in 2021, the Airbus Global Business Services (AGBS) unit will be contributing to Airbus’ global success and play a vital role in Airbus’ transformation journey in standardisation, harmonisation, digitalisation and automation of end-to-end processes (e.g.Procure to Pay) of all overhead functions. Our target is that siloed ways of working / processes will be a relic of the past within the AGBS. To drive such culture change we are looking for candidates with pioneering spirit that make data-driven decisions and take responsibility for the best outcome of their internal customers. All while embracing a spirit of problem-solving and living the Airbus values: Customer focus, integrity, respect, creativity, reliability and teamwork.
Our purpose defines why we exist: ‘We pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world’.
Responsibilities - your mission
The tasks to perform are associated with invoice analysis, purchase order assessment, supporting corporate travel programs, and responding to vendor inquiries.
Invoice Processing:
Receive invoices, verify the accuracy of items ordered, received, and priced when necessary and receive approval from appropriate Department Head
Investigate and resolve exception invoices associated with processing of invoices and purchase orders
Prepare invoices for payment
Corporate travel program:
Review risk expense reports to ensure employee compliance to corporate travel policy and collaborate with employees to correct expense report issues
Provide support, investigate, and resolve travel and corporate card inquiries concerning account status
Act as the subject matter expert for the corporate travel online tool and provide administrative support on managing user profiles/account details
Provide monthly travel reports to track cost and compliance
Internal and External Customer Service:
Receive, research and resolve a variety of routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to appropriate persons
Act as a department liaison between departments and vendors
Maintain vendor statements with selected vendors
Additional Responsibilities:
Comply with safety policies and procedures
Comply with Finance, Accounts Payable, Purchasing, and Supply Chain policies and procedures
Performs variety of tasks and projects as necessary from the Leadership team
Requirements - our ideal candidate will have
Junior accountant (recent graduates) or with experience in Accounting administrative tasks
Finance / Accounting degree or experience in administrative accounting tasks
Ability to handle high-volume of data entry
Work with appropriate parties to resolve issues on invoices
Implement and document process improvements
Ability to process a minimum of 80 invoices daily with 98% accuracy
Familiar with standard accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
Attention to detail and accuracy
Organizational and time management skills
Professionalism
Service-oriented approach
Ability to prioritize issues and to efficiently troubleshoot problems
Effective Communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to work with all organizational levels
Language: English - Intermediate level; Other European languages (French / German / Spanish) would be a plus
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Portugal SAEmployment Type:
Fixed term-------
Experience Level:
Entry LevelJob Family:
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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [email protected].
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Skills Required
- Junior accountant experience or recent graduate with accounting administrative experience
- Finance or Accounting degree or equivalent administrative accounting experience
- Ability to handle high-volume data entry
- Resolve invoice and purchase order issues with appropriate parties
- Implement and document process improvements
- Process a minimum of 80 invoices daily with 98% accuracy
- Familiarity with standard accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Organizational and time management skills
- Professionalism and service-oriented approach
- Ability to prioritize issues and troubleshoot efficiently
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work with all organizational levels
- English language proficiency (Intermediate)
- Knowledge of other European languages (French/German/Spanish)
- Awareness of compliance risks and commitment to act with integrity
Airbus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Airbus and has not been reviewed or approved by Airbus.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive in several locations, including medical, dental, and vision options available from day one in the U.S. Access to life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance/wellbeing support adds breadth to the health offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is framed as a meaningful part of the package through plans such as a 401(k) with company matching in the U.S. These programs strengthen long-term financial security beyond base wages.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as generous in some settings, including vacation availability from day one and extended holiday coverage. Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options further increase the perceived value of time-related benefits.
Airbus Insights
What We Do
Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2020, it generated revenues of €49.9 billion and employed a workforce of around 130,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry and a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We believe that it’s not just what we make, but how we make it that counts; promoting responsible, sustainable and inclusive business practices and acting with integrity. Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place, on the ground, in the sky and in space.
