Accounts Payable Accountant

Why Paynovate?

Paynovate is a Belgium based fintech with more than 80 talented employees. We're building a company where dreams are shaped, where bold initiatives are taken, where your leadership, ownership and ability to follow-through are valued. As a growing e-money institution, we are bringing payment solutions to the next level, and you could be a part of that. As we scale our platform and product offerings, we are seeking an Accounts Payable Accountant (3-Month Fixed-Term Contract) to strengthen our Finance team and ensure the smooth execution of our accounts payable activities during this busy period.

Your Mission

As a member of the Accounting team, part of the Finance department, you will support the day-to-day management of the accounts payable process, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time while contributing to a smooth month-end closing. Working closely with your colleagues, and reporting to the Head of Accounting, you will help maintain high accounting standards and support the team's operational efficiency during a busy period.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner, including following up on invoice approvals with the relevant stakeholders. 
• Verify invoice coding and ensure compliance with Belgian VAT regulations.
• Prepare supplier payment runs and record supplier payments in the accounting system. 
• Monitor and follow up on the supplier aging balance. 
• Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve discrepancies with internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Support month-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of AP processes and administrative efficiency.
• Provide ad hoc support to the Finance team as needed. 

Is This You?

At Paynovate, we focus on positioning the right talent in the right roles, empowering our people to drive the business forward. We seek someone who:

• Has 2-5 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable or a similar accounting role.
• Holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics or Business Administration.
• Has a good knowledge of Belgian GAAP.
• Has a solid understanding of Belgian VAT rules related to invoice processing.
• Is fluent in English and has a good command of either French or Dutch.
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Is able to manage priorities and meet month-end closing deadlines.
• Is comfortable working with accounting software, including e-invoicing, and Excel; experience with Horus is considered a plus.
• Enjoys working collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Is available to work immediately, and interested in a fix-termed contract (3months).

What We Offer

• An amazing job in a stimulating, profitable and fast-growing sector. Payment solutions is a complex and constantly evolving field, where innovation is key.
• A role where your impact will be tangible. We are a company of owners and believe in empowering people to their full potential.
• A team of talented, motivated and thoughtful individuals, coming together as one to fulfil a common goal – delivering smart, simple and innovative solutions to our clients.
• A dynamic environment full of growth and development opportunities, where your career could take its next major turn. People are our greatest strength, and as an employer, we choose to deliver to you as much you deliver to us.
• A modern and friendly working environment, where work-life balance is enforced as a structural part of the organisation (hello hybrid work!).
• And of course, a comprehensive and market-competitive salary package: 32 days holiday, mobility budget, meal vouchers, health and group insurance, phone, homeworking policy and allowance.

If you're excited about this new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today at Paynovate!