Accountant
COFCO International is a global agri-business with a clear vision, strong values and a positive culture, focused on being a leader in the global grains, oilseeds and sugar supply chains. We provide the food the world needs in a responsible way. Headquartered is Geneva, Switzerland, we are ambitious, with the right structures and culture to meet the world's increasing and changing needs. With 11,000+ people in 35 countries, our global portfolio includes assets across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We trade with over 50 nations, while providing farmers unique direct access to the growing Chinese market.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to support the day-to-day accounting processes, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time. The position involves working with ERP systems, managing vendor information, and helping coordinate approvals and payments. The role also supports basic customs and logistics accounting activities, while working closely with internal teams and suppliers to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Responsibilities
- Download and manage incoming invoices from the Italian Electronic Invoicing System (SDI), as well as dedicated personal and group accounting mailboxes;
- Upload and record AR (Active) and AP (Passive) invoices into SAP and the internal system (Trading One);
- Route invoices for approval via the IAM system, actively monitoring the approval workflow and sending reminders to internal stakeholders when necessary;
- Process and manage Non-Trade invoices, identifying them between the tax portal (Cassetto Fiscale) and emails, and tracking them accurately in dedicated files (including VAT codes, POs, due dates, and cost centers);
- Coordinate with the Porto team to ensure the correct entry and system processing of Non-Trade invoices.
- Customs, Brokerage & Logistics Accounting:
- Register and process Italian Customs Declarations (Bolle Doganali Italiane);
- Issue and record Slovenian invoices related to Slovenian customs declarations;
- Perform accounting adjustments and reclassifications (giroconti) for customs declarations and disbursement accounts (conti esborsi);
- Review and verify brokerage/mediation invoices in cooperation with internal team members.
- Monitor and reconcile vendor accounts, managing documentation for the creation of new vendors or modification of bank details;
- Conduct bank account verification calls in both English and Italian, ensuring strict compliance with internal fraud prevention policies;
- Identify payments, match them to invoices, and handle direct correspondence with suppliers regarding payment status.
- Administrative & Archiving Support:
- Maintain orderly physical and digital archives by sorting and filing Trade and Non-Trade invoices according to specific internal protocols;
- Support the team with ad-hoc administrative tasks and day-to-day operations (varie ed eventuali).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics or related field;
- Experience with SAP and specific commodity/trading systems (experience with Trading One/IAM is a plus);
- Knowledge of Italian Electronic Invoicing (SDI) and basic customs/logistics documentation;
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role;
COFCO International is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
