Accounts Payable Senior Analyst

The team is under Global Finance of Vestas Shared Services Centre. As part of Vestas Global Finance Shared Service Centre, the team is primarily responsible in providing standardized, rule-based services to the region. This refers to the end-to-end processes of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Travel & Expenses. Collaborates with Regional Finance, Treasury and other SSC functional areas to ensure issues and concerns are addressed positively and in accordance within prescribed deadlines.

SSC>Finance SSC> Accounts Payable

Responsibilities:

• Follow and uphold the governance structure and operating model for Accounts Payable
• Ensure personal adherence to defined processes, policies, and controls across all AP activities
• Maintain and update AP process documentation including SOPs, process flow maps, invoice requirements, and invoice management procedures
• Work closely with business users to ensure documentation reflects current practices and supports compliance
• Act as a go-to resource for resolving complex AP issues, including:
  • Invoice Verification & Processing - Ensure accuracy and timeliness in invoice handling
  • Parked Invoice Handling - Investigate and resolve discrepancies to enable proper posting
  • Vendor Reconciliation - Analyze and clear mismatches in vendor accounts
  • GRIR (Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt) Handling - Address and resolve GRIR-related issues
  • Payments Processing - Troubleshoot payment delays or errors and ensure timely execution
• Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Sourcing, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and support process alignment
• Provide insights and feedback to improve upstream and downstream processes
• Participate in global projects, system migrations, and new process setups
• Support ERP testing activities including User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to validate process changes and system functionality
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and share recommendations with peers and process owners
• Contributes to the creation and periodic update of training materials and SOPs to reflect evolving processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• 4-6 years of practical experience managing Accounts Payable operations
• Proficient working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP/ SAP4 HANA, Oracle, Netsuite, Blackline) for AP processes
• Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

Competencies:

• Academic degree in Finance, Business administration or related field
• High-level analytical skills with a focus on using technological solutions for core operational issues
• High-level written and oral presentation and communication skills
• Effective problem-solving skills with a focus on automating repetitive tasks whenever possible

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About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 

Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 

With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 

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