Accounts Payable Specialist - #48776

What To Expect
The Finance Operations team is part of the wider Finance organization within Tesla EMEA and works closely with Accounting, Funding, Collections, Tax, Procurement, Sales, and Delivery. The team ensures that supplier payments are processed accurately, on time, and in full compliance with internal controls, regulatory standards, and company policies.

The Accounts Payable (AP) EMEA team is a specialized function within Finance Operations, offering a strong opportunity for professionals seeking to build or advance a career in finance within a global, high-performance environment. The team plays a critical role in managing vendor invoicing, payment processing, and reconciliation across EMEA. Team members uphold compliance, support audit readiness, and contribute to continuous improvement in financial operations.

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will ensure that all vendor payments are processed accurately and on time, in alignment with contracts, internal controls, and compliance requirements. You will collaborate with Procurement, Legal, Tax, and Finance teams to resolve issues, maintain data integrity, and support close processes. This role offers a strong foundation for career growth within Tesla’s finance organization, with exposure to enterprise systems, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Do

Process vendor invoices end-to-end, including validation, three-way matching (PO, GRN, invoice), and approval routing within Tesla’s internal Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Ensure all payments are made on time and in compliance with contractual terms, payment schedules, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) controls

Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment delays, or system mismatches in coordination with Procurement, vendors, and stakeholders

Maintain accurate records, support month-end and year-end close activities, and prepare reconciliations and reporting

Collaborate with Tax, Legal, and Finance teams to ensure compliance with regulations, audit requirements, and financial policies

Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies, supporting automation, and documenting procedures

Provide timely updates on payment status, aging reports, and key metrics to management and cross-functional partners

What You'll Bring

Proven experience working within an Accounts Payable team in a global or corporate environment

Strong understanding of payment compliance, internal controls, and financial accuracy

Experience using ERP systems

High attention to detail, with the ability to manage high-volume transactions accurately and efficiently

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively