Financial Shared Services Associate

Financial Shared Services AssociateStatus: Exempt (salaried)Department: FinancePosition SummaryThe EMEA Shared Services Associate is a critical member of the Financial Shared Services team. This role provides support for process-level transactions in Accounts Payable. The ideal candidate should exhibit exceptional customer service skills, a positive attitude and a strong attention for detail. The Shared Service Associate will interface on a regular basis with other departments including but not limited to Operations and Purchasing. Additionally, the successful candidate is also a service-oriented person who enjoys high volume transactional responsibilities and takes pride in the accuracy and thoroughness of their work. The Associate will also be expected to interact professionally, both internally and externally throughout the business, with customers and vendors of Plug Power.Core Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage the Accounts Payable mail, communicating with vendors and internal management as necessaryProcess received invoices in AP software, coding invoices, and routing for approval within the pre-established guidelines and policiesMatch received invoices against purchase orders and receiving transactions where needed. Work with the operations team to resolve 3-way match discrepanciesPull supporting documents required for weekly payments, entering payments into banking software accuratelyWork with suppliers to reconcile statements of account ensuring payments and credit are accurately appliedMaintain a strong internal control environment compliant with SOXBuild and maintain effective cross-functional relationships within the organization; engage with cross-functional partners proactively in completion of job responsibilitiesSupport ongoing process improvement projectsRepresent Plug Power in a professional manner and in all interactionsPerform all other duties as assignedEducation and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or other relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experienceAt least one (1) years of experience in an accounting or customer service or detail-oriented role requiredExperience with a large international firm highly preferredAbility to approach all work activities with a customer service focusAbility to work across geographiesComputer and software systems skills as applicable to position including but not limited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.Fluent written and spoken EnglishStrong verbal and written communication skillsUncompromising dedication to qualityDemonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detailAbility to manage complex projects and multi-task effectivelyFluent English, other European languages are a plusMust be driven and self-motivatedPlug Power is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.