Accounts Payable Accountant

**Meet DeepL**:
DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we’ve been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human-sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today, they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity. And, empower millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.

Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and make a real-life impact. To achieve this, we need talented individuals like you to join our exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.

**What sets us apart**:
What sets us apart is our blend of modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive. When we share what it's like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This may be because of our products that have helped countless people worldwide or our shared mission to improve communication for individuals and businesses, bringing cultures closer together. What we know for sure is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation and employee well-being. Discover what our teams have to say about life at DeepL on LinkedIn, Instagram and our Blog.

**Meet the team behind this journey**:
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive **Accounts Payable Accountant** to join our Finance team. In this role, you will be a key part of our Accounts Payable (AP) function, responsible for ensuring smooth processing of all supplier invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, and contributing to the ongoing optimization and automation of our AP processes.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Oversee and support the invoice approval workflow to ensure timely approvals and payments
- Post and process invoices accurately and efficiently in accordance with company policies and deadlines
- Reconcile credit card statements on a regular basis to maintain accurate and up-to-date records
- Ensure the AP subledger is consistently maintained and reflects the true state of payables
- Collaborate with the AP team to improve workflows, implement digital tools, and drive automation initiatives
- Contribute to developing and maintaining high standards and structures within the AP team

**What you Bring**:

- Proven experience in an Accounts Payable or similar finance role
- Strong understanding of AP processes, accounting principles, and financial systems
- High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation
- Experience with WorkDay ERP system is a plus
- Team player with a proactive attitude and a problem-solving mindset
- Interest in process improvement, digitalization, and automation in finance

**What we offer**:

- ** Diverse and internationally distributed team**: joining our team means becoming part of a large, global community with people of more than 90 nationalities. We're more than just colleagues; we're a group of professionals with a shared mission to connect diverse cultures. Our global presence is growing-we've doubled in size nearly every year, with our employees based in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the US, and Japan, and we continue to expand our network.
- ** Open communication, regular feedback**: as a language-focused company, we value the importance of clear, honest communication. We value smooth collaboration, direct and actionable feedback, and believe that leading with empathy and growth mindset makes us better together.
- ** Hybrid work, flexible hours**: we offer a hybrid work schedule, with team members coming into the office twice a week. This allows you to engage directly with your team and experience the unique energy of our workspace, while still enjoying the flexibility and comfort of working from home. With flexible working hours and trust in your productivity, we are in sync with your team’s general locations and time zones to foster effective and seamless collaboration.
- ** Regular in-person team events**: we bond over vibrant events that are as unique as our team, from local team and business unit gatherings, to new-joiner onboardings, to company-wide events that bring us all together-literally.
- ** Monthly full-day hacking sessions**: every month, we have Hack Fridays, where you can spend your time diving into a project you're passionate about and get the opportunity to work with other teams-we value your initiatives, impact, and creativity.
- ** 30 days of annual leave**: we value your peace of mind. With 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources, we make sure you're as strong mentally as you are professionally.
- ** Competitive benefits**: just as our team spans the globe,