Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Job Title: AP Accounting SME

Group / Division: Global Business Services

Career Band: 4

Position Location: Budapest (Hybrid)

Number of Direct Reports: approx. none

Position Summary:

We are looking for an individual with outstanding work behaviours to join our team as a Lead Accounts Payable Representative at Thermo Fisher Scientific. This is an outstanding opportunity to showcase your accounting skills and make valuable contributions to our world-class organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Complete and review month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and journal entriesEnsure aged items on general/sub ledgers are cleared on time and overall balance meets accounting requirementsReduce GR/IR items on monthly basisSuccessfully implement and enforce accounting policies and procedures to maintain accurate financial recordsProvide mentorship and support to the accounts payable team, ensuring their professional developmentParticipate in SOX audit internal and external requests

Skills Required:

Experience with SAP is required; Navision, QAD, Oracle, JD Edwards Financial Software a plusStrong prior experience in Shared Services or Global Business Services preferred in an Accounts Payable function (min.  2 years)Good understanding of Accounts Payable principles, preferably end -to- endAbility to meet deadlinesAnalytical skills to be able to handle Excels, Pivots and other applicationsStrong interpersonal, communication skillsProfessional and customer focused with attention to detailExperience in high volume, multi entity, multi-currency processing functionUnderstanding and appreciation of audit, SOX requirementsExperience in supporting & guiding teams is a plus

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation Package: Benefit from a competitive salary, Cafeteria benefits (SZÉP-card allowance), and an annual performance-based bonus. Flexible working arrangements and monthly pension fund contributions after six months of employment are also included. Comprehensive Health & Well-being Support: Enjoy a Medicover health insurance package with health screenings, life, accident, and critical illness insurance, as well as access to discounted dental care services. Stay active with a discounted All You Can Move Sport Pass and relax in our dedicated office areas equipped with massage chairs. Career Growth & Professional Development: Advance your skills through soft and hard skill training, continuous learning opportunities, and complimentary language courses available after three months of employment. Modern & Convenient Work Environment: Work in a modern office featuring standing desks and ergonomic chairs, located approximately 10 minutes from the city center, with complimentary parking provided. Inclusive, Multilingual Culture: Join our multilingual work environment with native colleagues, fostering a vibrant, collaborative atmosphere supported by innovative technology. Engaging Community & Events: Participate in exciting team and company events, including social responsibility initiatives and after-hours activities, as we celebrate diversity and shared achievements.