Payable Accountant

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At Oregon Tool,  every Team Member drives our success. Your growth fuels our progress, empowering you to take initiative, share your ideas, and help shape what’s next. With a long history of innovation and a pioneering spirit, we’re a global team built on humility, grit, and collaboration – where every voice is valued and every contribution matters. If you’re ready to bring your perspective and thrive in a people-first culture, join us and make an impact.

General Purpose

Perform accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions.

The role will cover several European locations

Reports to:     AP supervisor, Belgium

Location:       Belgium, Mont-Saint-Guibert

Responsibilities: 

• Process all types of invoices into the bookkeeping system for the German entities
• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
• Review statements for past due invoices
• Investigate missing or unpaid invoices
• Process 3-way P.O. matching invoices (-GR-Booking of invoice-payment)
• Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms
• Respond to all vendor inquiries
• Reconcile vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
• Assist with other projects as needed
• Backup for other Oregon Tool entities; part of a shared service center team

Profile & Experience

• Experience in accounts payable
• Knowledge of general accounting principles (US GAAP)
• 5 years accounts payable or general accounting experience
• High school diploma required in accounting
• Must have strong work ethics
• Must be well organized and a self-starter
• Must be able to follow standard filing procedures
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
• Proficient in Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams…)
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills
• Thorough knowledge of applicable accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts and corporate procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
• Ability to speak fluently and write English. (German is an asset)
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• SAP expertise (FI, AP, AA modules)

Key Competencies

• Organizing and prioritizing
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Confidentiality
• Communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Teamwork
• Ability to meet deadlines

Oregon Tool, Inc. is a global, premium-branded, aftermarket-driven precision-cutting tool platform. At Oregon Tool, it is our goal to create, cultivate and sustain a global, inclusive people-first culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our Team Members, customers, and communities. We welcome applications from all skilled individuals, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company #SharperTogether.

To learn more about our company and history visit us at: https://www.oregontool.com.

Oregon Tool will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. 

During the application process we will not ask for or collect any confidential, proprietary, or sensitive personally identifiable information (e.g., date of birth; driver’s license number; or credit card, bank account or other financial information). If you submit such information, you do so at your own risk, and we will not be liable to you or responsible for consequences of your submission. This notice should not be construed as an offer of employment or creating any terms of employment.