Accounts Payable Coordinator
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Sulzer. Madrid · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate €27,750–€47,892 across Spain.
Sulzer has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Handle routine payables alongside local finance colleagues and the outsourced service team
- Take ownership of supplier questions that need escalation and follow-through
- Check proposed payments against local compliance rules and keep watch on aging balances
- Contribute figures and support for financial statements prepared across reporting periods under IFR
- Coach the shared-services group on consistent processes and help deliver system and workflow improvements
What you bring
- A degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a related discipline
- At least three years of accounts payable experience
- Fluent English and strong written and spoken communication
- ERP knowledge, with SAP or D365 preferred
Who this fits
This role suits an accounts payable professional comfortable coordinating with finance teams, procurement, vendors and an external service provider. You’ll work from the Madrid office and support European companies. English fluency is required, and the employer cannot provide visa or work permit support.
From the employer
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
About the role
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
We are looking for a dynamic Accounts Payable Coordinator to join our Finance & Accounting team in Madrid, Spain.
This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with international and external stakeholders, leverage your expertise in accounts payable, whilst contributing to the success of a newly established office in central Madrid.
If you enjoy creating impact and eager to advance your career within a global and mission-led organisation, we want to hear from you! In this position you will be a member of our Accounts Payable Controls team based in our Madrid office, supporting our European companies. You will work together with an external shared service center who is responsible for master data, invoice processing and payments. Furthermore, you will closely work other country Finance functions, Procurement, and external vendors.
Your main tasks and responsibilities:
Independently manage the daily business in accounts payable, in collaboration with the country’s Finance team and the external Shared Service Center
Manage escalations in incoming accounts payable related queries from suppliers
Review payment proposals and ensure a complete alignment with the country’s compliance requirements.
Monitor and control accounts payable aging.
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements according to IFR.
Drive process standardization and reduce inefficiencies, acting as a guide for the shared services teams.
Actively support various projects, such as system implementations and process optimizations
To succeed in this role, you will need:
Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related fields
3 years of experience in Accounts Payable
Very good written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of ERP systems (preferable SAP or D365)
Fluent English skills
Any other European language is a plus
Analytical and problem solving skills
What we offer you
What we offer you:
• A permanent contract.
• A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.
• Restaurant tickets
• Be part of an experienced, international team.
• A good vibe working environment.
• Enjoy great office facilities and a perfect location in Madrid Nuevos Ministerios, making your work experience both comfortable and convenient.
• Other fringe benefits
No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
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