Senior Financial Analyst

About the role

DeepL is a global AI product and research company focused on building secure, intelligent solutions to complex business problems. Over 200,000 business customers and millions of individuals across 228 global markets trust DeepL's Language AI platform for human-like translation, improved writing and real-time voice translation. Founded in 2017 by CEO Jaroslaw "Jarek" Kutylowski, DeepL now has around 1,000 passionate employees and is supported by world-renowned investors including Benchmark, IVP, and Index Ventures. Our goal is to become the global leader in trusted, intelligent AI technology, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and create a meaningful impact. To achieve this, we need talented people like you to join our journey. If you're ready to shape the future of AI and grow your career in a fast-moving, purpose-driven environment, DeepL is your next destination.

What sets us apart is our blend of cutting-edge AI technology, meaningful work, and a culture where people truly thrive. We are a team of innovators, researchers, and creators driven by a shared purpose to unlock human potential by making work simpler, smarter, and more connected. When we share what it is like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This might be because of our technology that helps millions of people and businesses communicate and work better every day, or because of the trust, curiosity, and care that shape our culture. What we know for sure is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation, growth, and well-being.

About the role

You will own the complete end-to-end accounts payable process for DeepL SE, ensuring that supplier invoices are received, verified, coded, and posted in strict accordance with matching principles and accounting standards. You will analyse accounts payable ageing, spend patterns, and approval cycle data to uncover trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for cost savings, then translate these insights into clear recommendations for Finance leadership. You will build and maintain detailed variance analyses for accounts payable accruals and open purchase orders, supporting robust cash flow forecasting by modelling upcoming payment obligations and timing. You will explain the underlying story of double-entry accounting, tracing and articulating the profit and loss and balance sheet impact of accounts payable transactions including invoices, accruals, payments, and VAT. You will oversee Travel and Expense reporting and compliance for DeepL SE and Group, monitoring travel bookings, expense claims, and corporate card spend to ensure policy adherence and to flag exceptions for investigation. You will reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies, queries, and disputes directly with suppliers in a timely and professional manner. You will also reconcile corporate credit card statements, keeping the subledger continuously up to date and perfectly matched to supporting receipts. You will actively support month-end and year-end close activities for DeepL SE and Group, including managing accruals, reviewing open purchase orders, and processing journal entries as required. You will maintain accurate, audit-ready documentation and respond promptly to internal and external audit requests relating to payables for DeepL SE. You will partner with Procurement, Legal, and budget owners to ensure new suppliers and contracts are onboarded correctly and that payment terms are consistently respected. You will help develop the structures and standards for the P2P team specific to DeepL SE, contributing to digitalisation and automation initiatives as part of the wider P2P transformation programme. You will use tools including Workday, Oracle, and other systems to ensure data integrity and process efficiency across the full accounts payable cycle.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Execute the full end-to-end accounts payable workflow for DeepL SE, from invoice receipt through verification, coding, approval, and posting.
• Analyse accounts payable data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and cost-saving opportunities, presenting findings and recommendations to Finance leadership.
• Perform detailed variance analysis on AP accruals and open purchase orders to support accurate cash flow forecasting and payment planning.
• Explain the double-entry accounting impact of accounts payable transactions, clearly tracing effects on the profit and loss statement and balance sheet.
• Oversee Travel and Expense reporting, monitoring policy compliance across DeepL SE and Group and highlighting exceptions for review.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies, queries, and disputes directly with suppliers in a timely and professional way.
• Reconcile corporate credit card statements, ensuring the subledger is continuously maintained and matched to supporting receipts.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, open PO reviews, and journal entries specific to DeepL SE and Group.
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready documentation and respond promptly to internal and external audit requests related to payables.
• Partner with Procurement, Legal, and budget owners to ensure correct onboarding of new suppliers and adherence to payment terms.
• Contribute to the development of P2P structures and standards for DeepL SE, supporting digitalisation and automation efforts within the transformation programme.
• Leverage tools such as Workday, Oracle, and other systems to ensure data integrity and efficiency across the accounts payable cycle.
• Collaborate closely with the P2P lead and cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and governance as DeepL scales internationally.
• Provide regular insights and reporting on spend, approvals, and payment status to finance stakeholders and leadership.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant or finance professional with a strong understanding of double-entry accounting principles.
• Experienced in accounts payable processing and full ledger reconciliation, with a proven track record of accuracy and timeliness.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse financial data, identify trends, and communicate insights to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a willingness to learn advanced tools such as Workday, Oracle, and other enterprise systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts clearly.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed environment with multiple legal entities and stakeholders.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of complex end-to-end responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to collaborate closely with Procurement, Legal, and finance partners to ensure smooth supplier onboarding and payment term compliance.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with DeepL's mission, products, and the context of AI-driven Language Technology.
• Experience contributing to digitalisation and automation initiatives within Finance or Procurement.
• Exposure to transformation programmes in a scaling global company.

Practical notes

This is a full-time role based in London. The position requires availability during standard business hours and may involve travel within the UK and internationally as part of corporate functions. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom without sponsorship, as the company is currently unable to sponsor visas for this role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, so early submission is strongly encouraged.