Account Payable Specialist

Title: Account Payable Specialist (m/w/d)

Location: Munich (DE)

Workplace: hybrid

Category: Finance & Legal

Job Description:

We're  not  your local electricity provider. We're the  global energy technology company poised to revolutionize the energy market. Our goal is nothing less than to make the world's energy needs  100%  sustainable  . Global, agile, and future-oriented, we're transforming the energy market for the better with innovative technology.

Our  green electricity tariffs are just the beginning . Since 2022, we have been installing complete heat pump solutions with our own specialists . We are also actively working on the nationwide rollout of smart meters,  electromobility solutions  , and our own electricity generation from wind and solar energy .

We can't do this alone, though; we need you! Become part of our team and challenge the status quo. With energy that's good for the planet and good for your karma.  Find your dream job now and become part of the energy revolution at Octopus Energy Germany.

The position is to be filled on a part-time basis with a workload of 20 hours per week.

Your future tasks:

• Review, posting and booking of incoming invoices and credit notes
• Preparation and execution of the weekly payment runs
• Maintenance of supplier master data and clarification of outstanding items and discrepancies in
  close cooperation with our suppliers and internal departments.
• Regular account reconciliations and support in resolving
  discrepancies .
• Ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines and legal requirements (e.g., Generally Accepted Accounting
  Principles, commercial, tax and corporate law requirements) as well as
  accounting standards according to German Commercial Code (HGB) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Assistance in the preparation of monthly financial statements in accordance with IFRS
• Close collaboration with colleagues from the UK and other countries to
  establish common standards and processes within the group.
• Active participation in the further development and optimization of our
  accounting processes and in strengthening our internal control system

Your background:

• Successfully completed business administration studies or comparable
  commercial training (e.g. tax clerk)
• Several years of practical professional experience in accounts payable or general
  accounting, ideally in a manufacturing company or craft business.
• Sound knowledge of German Commercial Code (HGB), VAT law, and basic knowledge of IFRS;
  proficient use of MS Office, especially Excel; experience with an
  ERP system (e.g., NetSuite/Oracle) is an advantage
• Openness to new technologies and an interest in
  making processes more efficient and digital.
• 
  Team-oriented, solution-oriented work style and enjoyment of sharing knowledge with colleagues.
• Enthusiasm for the energy transition and interest in sustainability
• Excellent German and English skills, both spoken and written.

Your benefits with us:

 Discounts & benefits:

- Monthly subsidy for local public transport tickets

- Monthly lunch allowance

 Sports & Health

- Additional payments for fitness offers via Wellpass

- Promote your mental well-being with our partner Open Up

 Learning & Further Education

- Free language courses via Busuu

Ready to revolutionize the energy market with us? Tell us exactly why you should join our team. Send us your CV and anything else we should know via our online form. We look forward to hearing from you!

You find the position incredibly exciting, but you're unsure whether you possess all the required skills 100%? Please don't hesitate to apply anyway!

PS: Octopuses come in all colors, shapes, and sizes. We welcome employees of all genders, ages, sexual identities, origins, religions, worldviews, with and without disabilities. For us, only one thing matters: you're a good fit and passionate about making a difference.