Junior Payment Specialist

Keywords Studios, a global leader in media localization, translation, and content creation services, is establishing a Global Shared Service Centre in Milan to support its international operations. We pride ourselves on fostering innovation, precision, and excellence across our projects worldwide. 

As a Junior Payments Specialist, you will play a vital role in managing and processing financial transactions while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Supervisor, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to maintain smooth payment operations and support the company's financial goals. 

In this role you will be responsible for: 

• Payment Processing: Execute manual and automated supplier payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness  

• Reconciliation: Assist with month-end reconciliations as part of SOX compliance process 

• Cashflow Management: Support cash forecasting efforts to ensure liquidity for ongoing operations 

• Bank Relations: Address banking issues and liaise with the Group Treasury team to facilities effective solutions  

• Compliance and Obligations: Ensure the accurate and timely payment of statutory obligations, including taxes, pensions and other regulatory requirements 

• Audits and Reporting:  Assist the AP Supervisor during audits and prepper reports on payment activates.  

• Process Improvement: Contribute to enhancing payment workflows and ensure adherence to best practice in financial operations