Senior Associate - Accounts Payable
Senior Associate - Accounts Payable
Work Location
Experience level
Work Location:
Kraków
Experience level:
Early Careers
Shell in Krakow
Shell Business Operations in Kraków is created by an international team of over 5000 professionals representing 63 nationalities. Together with our associates from all over the world we create responsible for business operations’ realization in 11 departments: Finance Operations, HR Operations, Contracting & Procurement, External Relations, Internal Communications, Global Commercial, Trading & Supply, Technical Asset Operations, Legal, Common Infrastructure Management, Retail.
5000+ employees 63 nationalities 20 languages
Shell Global
Shell is an international energy company with expertise in the exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals global energy company.
Around 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries work together to power progress through more and cleaner energy solutions. We use advanced technologies and take an innovative approach to help build a sustainable energy future. We are working to advance disability & enablement, gender balance, culture/ethnicity and LGBT+ inclusion within Shell and the communities where we work.
Your responsibilities
Ready to make an impact in a dynamic, global environment?
At Shell, we don’t just process numbers—we build partnerships, ensure financial integrity, and support the business in delivering energy solutions to the world. Join us as a Senior Associate – Accounts Payable and become part of a team that values precision, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
As a Senior AP Associate, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing across multiple global entities and ERP systems. You’ll be trusted to:
- Process and post invoices in line with global standards and country-specific guidelines
- Validate inputs, apply correct tax codes (VAT, WHT), and ensure accuracy to avoid rework
- Respond to vendor queries and unblock invoices efficiently and professionally
- Maintain compliance with SOX and internal controls
- Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to resolve discrepancies
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives and drive efficiencies
- Manage high volumes—up to 1000 invoices monthly using SAP EP Blueprint.
Our requirements
What Makes You a Great Fit
We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to excellence. You bring:
- A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration (or relevant experience)
- Knowledge of financial accounting principles and exposure to ERP systems (SAP preferred)
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication skills in English
- Ability to work independently under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and prioritize effectively
- Proficiency in MS Office and fast, accurate data input skills
Why Join Us?
- Global exposure – Work across multiple markets and financial systems
- Supportive culture – Collaborate with a diverse and experienced team
- Development opportunities – Learn, grow, and refine your finance operations expertise
- Real contribution – Be part of a team that ensures financial health and stability
- We offer hybrid work arrangements.
Please note: This is a temporary role ending in December 2025 – ideal for gaining valuable experience in a global finance environment.
If you're passionate about finance, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to a high-performing team—apply now and help us deliver world-class finance operations at Shell.
If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that women and underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply!