European AP Accountant

Position Summary: 12 month contract / replacement
This role has full responsibility for the vendor (suppliers) payment cycle and the accounts payable ledger. 

• Receiving, coding and entering Europe’s OPEX invoices in a multi-currency environment
• Reviewing, coding and approving Europe’s T&E (employee expenses)
• Ensuring that the corporate expenditure approval policy is being followed, and obtaining appropriate approval if necessary
• Liaising with vendors, vendor management and project managers to ensure that vendor queries are dealt with as quickly and efficiently as possible and that payments are made timely
• Prepare and process payment runs for 90% of all Lionbridge worldwide vendor payments
• Assisting with other areas in the finance department as required.

• Experienced (min 2 years) Accountant
• Experience in SSC environment would be helpful
• Advanced Business English and good communication skills
• This position requires an enthusiastic individual with high attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• The candidate should be able to work under pressure in a dynamic team environment.
• Proficient in computerized accountancy packages and intermediate knowledge of excel

• professional development opportunities in a multi-cultural environment – Lionbridge has offices in 26 countries and many of these offices work collaboratively on projects, exposing our employees to a wide range of cultures and work styles
• ability to cope with the latest technologies
• work in a creative team and friendly atmosphere
• flexible working hours