Accountant, Accounts Payable NA
Overview
At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.
We’re dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength.We’re always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.
We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.
At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.
Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.
About the opportunity
You join QIAGEN as an Accountant – Accounts Payable, supporting critical finance operations as an agency worker on a 6‑month contract. In this role, you ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing of invoices and payments while contributing to departmental and corporate objectives.You work closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors, using automated workflows and SAP to deliver high‑quality AP services.
Your tasks include- You prioritize your daily workload to consistently meet departmental and corporate goals.
- You understand QIAGEN’s business objectives and how Accounts Payable directly supports them.
- You use the workflow solution ReadSoft Cockpit efficiently, matching goods received via the PO system and securing approvals according to the approval matrix.
- You perform accurate invoice matching in SAP, reconciling purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoice totals.
- You investigate and resolve price or quantity variances between purchase orders and invoices.
- You review and assign general ledger and cost center accounts for non‑PO invoices and record travel expenses via Concur.
- You respond to vendor inquiries, process payments within agreed schedules, and contribute to special projects assigned by your line manager.
- You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy (preferred), Finance, Economics, or an equivalent qualification.
- You bring ideally 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a comparable finance role.
- You have solid knowledge of basic accounting principles and automated finance processes.
- You are familiar with OCR solutions and ideally have hands‑on experience with SAP.
- You demonstrate strong analytical skills and a high level of attention to detail.
- You communicate confidently in English, both written and spoken.
- You are willing to work on the night shift and thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
- Bonus/Commission
- Local benefits
- Referral Program
- Volunteer Day
- Internal Academy (QIALearn)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Hybrid work (conditional to your role)
We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.
QIAGEN 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, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.