Bosch

Payables Accountant

Bosch  •  Nairobi, KE (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Do you want beneficial technologies being shaped by your ideas? Whether in the areas of mobility solutions, Consumer goods, industrial technology or energy and building technology - with us, you will have the chance to improve quality of life all across the globe. Welcome to Bosch

Accounts Payable Operations

  • Vendor accounting & monthly reconciliation
  • Ensuring all local invoices have a CUI number, and the name & PIN of Bosch is indicated in the KRA portal for the same.
  • Intercompany quarterly reconciliation and follow up on invoices not on our end for processing and payment.
  • WHT, WH Rent and WHVAT accounting for all invoices -both local and foreign.
  • Foreign supplier payments follow-up
  • Blocked invoice analysis & timely resolution
  • External, internal and other regulatory audits support

Payment Execution (Non-Treasury)

  • Automatic payment runs (local and foreign suppliers)
  • Manual payments: payroll, customs, imports, taxes, etc
  • WH Taxes calculation and follow-up, including support to vendors, etc
  • Support in tracking import VAT recovery
  • Supporting documentation preparation & archiving
  • Coordination with banks on payments with collaboration from Treasury.

KEY FUNCTIONAL AREAS & MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Vendor Invoice Processing & Archiving
    • Process, scan, route through workflow (WF), and post vendor invoices on PM7 and P38. Weekly, manually check and archive duplicate uploads on PM7 and POE.
  2. Payment Execution & Cash Outflow Management
    • Prepare bi-weekly and month-end payments, manually clear payments via F-53, and handle intercompany (IC) payment processing, payments, follow-ups, and allocations.
  3. Vendor Account Reconciliation & Dispute Resolution
    • Conduct quarterly vendor account reconciliations (including intercompany accounts), monthly clearing of unallocated items, and monthly account aging. Resolve billing discrepancies, manage partner disputes, and lead regular feedback meetings.
  4. General Ledger (GL) & System Clearing
    • Perform weekly Goods Receipt / Invoice Receipt (GRIR) clearing (via F.13 automatic and F-03 manual allocation) and manual clearing of vendor accounts via F-44.
  5. Vendor Master Data Management & Procurement Support
    • Maintain the Vendor Master Database applying 4-eyed principles to onboarding. Support purchasing with Purchase Order (PO) creation, GL accounts, onboarding compliance, and financial advice when engaging suppliers.
  6. Internal System Administration & Technical Support
    • Monitor Celonis performance reports, perform manual APM PM7 synchronizations, and act as a PM7 key user (resolving issues, training associates on approval workflows, and coordinating with BD).
  7. Credit Card, Expense, & Travel Management
    • Audit, reconcile, and support onboarding for corporate credit cards and Uber accounts while ensuring strict usage policy compliance.
  8. Compliance, Tax, & Audit Management
    • Drive tax compliance, coordinate document provision and vendor follow-up on tax issues with regulatory bodies (OBR (Head of Finance), C/TXR (internal Bosch Tax Unit), EY (as tax advisor or any other tax advisor onboard), and support external auditors on AP topics with documentation and reconciliations.
  9. Logistics & Strategic Cross-Department Collaboration
    • Work closely with Logistics to keep Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) accounts up-to-date, secure customs documentation compliance, and organize cross-functional alignment meetings.
  10. Financial Close, Reporting, & Process Excellence
    • Prepare accruals (annual/bi-annual), complete year-end closures, and generate assigned payables reports (open/overdue items). Proactively identify inefficiencies to implement process improvements, conduct payment training/sensitization meetings, and act as a proxy or execute other tasks assigned by the Head of Finance.

Qualifications

Professional (Must Haves)

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, accounts payable processes, and financial controls.
  • Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle ERP, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or NetSuite
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and reporting.
  • Knowledge of tax regulations, invoice management, reconciliations, and audit requirements.
  • Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent are an added advantage.
  • Experience in invoice processing, payment runs, vendor accounts, and reconciliations.

Experience

  • Typically, 3–5 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable or Finance.
  • Proven experience working with large transaction volumes and meeting strict deadlines.
  • Experience improving processes, implementing controls, or supporting ERP system enhancements.
  • Exposure to month-end and year-end financial close activities.
  • Experience working with auditors and handling compliance-related matters.

Personality

Communication

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Professional and diplomatic when dealing with vendors and internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance staff.

Personal Attributes

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • High level of integrity and confidentiality.
  • Results-driven with a commitment to accuracy.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
  • Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Interpersonal Skills

  • Team player who collaborates well across departments.
  • Customer-service mindset when supporting vendors and employees.
  • Adaptable and open to change, especially in technology and process improvements.

Additional Information

By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. Robert Bosch welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

Bosch

About Bosch

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 417,900 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2024). According to preliminary figures, the company generated sales of 90.5 billion euros in 2024. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. With its business activities, the company aims to use technology to help shape universal trends such as automation, electrification, digitalization, connectivity, and an orientation to sustainability. In this context, Bosch’s broad diversification across regions and industries strengthens its innovativeness and robustness. Bosch uses its proven expertise in sensor technology, software, and services to offer customers cross-domain solutions from a single source. It also applies its expertise in connectivity and artificial intelligence in order to develop and manufacture user-friendly, sustainable products. With technology that is “Invented for life,” Bosch wants to help improve quality of life and conserve natural resources. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 470 subsidiary and regional companies in over 60 countries. Including sales and service partners, Bosch’s global manufacturing, engineering, and sales network covers nearly every country in the world. Bosch’s innovative strength is key to the company’s further development. At 136 locations across the globe, Bosch employs some 86,900 associates in research and development, of which nearly 48,000 are software engineers.

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Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Gerlingen-Schillerhöhe, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
bosch.com
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