Job Description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.
This Position reports to: Accounting & Reporting Manager - Account
Accounts Payable Specialist - German Language
Location: Bangalore / ABB Business Services
Company: ABB
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
About ABB
ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. Our people combine deep domain expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver innovations that drive industrial transformation. Join us and be part of a global team that is shaping the future of industries through digitalization, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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.
Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Why Join ABB

• Be part of a global team that values innovation, diversity, and collaboration.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Work in a dynamic environment that encourages process excellence and transformation.
• Opportunity to contribute to ABB's commitment to sustainability and digitalization.

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