Job Description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Accounting & Reporting Manager - Account

We are looking for a German-speaking Accounts Payable Specialist with strong process knowledge and a customer-focused mindset to support our Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations. This role involves managing invoice processing, vendor queries, and payment-related activities for German-speaking countries within ABB, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with ABB policies.

The work model for the role is: #LI-Onsite

This role is contributing to the Finance Services business Accounts Payable division in Bangalore, India.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Process vendor invoices (PO and non-PO) in SAP accurately and within defined SLAs.
• Perform 3-way matching (PO, GR, Invoice) and resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with procurement and business teams.
• Handle vendor communication and query resolution (via emails and calls) in German and English, maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• Support payment run activities and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and follow up on open items or pending issues.
• Ensure adherence to ABB’s internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing activities as per the global finance calendar.
• Identify and support process improvement, automation, and standardization initiatives within the AP process.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Commerce, or Business Administration
• Proficiency in German (B2 level or above) – both written and verbal.
• 4–6 years of experience in Accounts Payable or P2P operations within a shared service or multinational environment.
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Language & Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for German-speaking vendors and internal teams.
• Translate financial documents and vendor communications from German to English and vice versa.
• Ensure clear and professional communication across multiple regions

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More about us:

ABB Finance is a trusted partner to the business and a world-class team who delivers forward-looking insights that drive sustainable long-term results and operates with the highest standards. We value people from diverse backgrounds. Apply today for your next career step within ABB and visit www.abb.com to learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory. It has come to our attention that the name of ABB is being used for asking candidates to make payments for job opportunities (interviews, offers). ABB makes no such requests. All our open positions are made available on our career portal for all fitting the criteria to apply. ABB does not charge any fee whatsoever for recruitment process. Please do not make payments to any individuals / entities in connection to recruitment with ABB, even if is claimed that the money is refundable. ABB is not liable for such transactions. Location Division Publication Start Date For current open positions you can visit our career website https://global.abb/group/en/careers and apply. Please refer to detailed recruitment fraud caution notice using the link https://global.abb/group/en/careers/how-to-apply/fraud-warning

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