Meet DeepL
DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we’ve been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human-sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today, they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity. And, empower millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.
Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and make a real-life impact. To achieve this, we need talented individuals like you to join our exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.
What sets us apart
What sets us apart is our blend of modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive. When we share what it's like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This may be because of our products that have helped countless people worldwide or our shared mission to improve communication for individuals and businesses, bringing cultures closer together. What we know for sure is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation and employee well-being. Discover what our teams have to say about life at DeepL on LinkedIn, Instagram and our Blog.
What will you be doing at DeepL in the future?
We are growing very strongly and are gaining a large number of customers every day. That is an exciting time! At the same time, our tasks, expenses, and accounts are also growing.
And this is where you come in with your expertise: through your experience and motivation, you make your contribution to the expansion and transformation of our Accounts Payable team. We are searching for an outgoing and self-motivated team member to support our Head of Accounting with immediate effect as Accounts Payable Lead.You will have the opportunity to shape things from the ground up and thus also according to your ideal conception. Through your foresight, you will ensure smoothly functioning AP processes in the long term, as they are ideally lived in technology-affine companies
Your tasks
Lead Accounts Payable Operations: Manage the full AP cycle across multiple entities, ensuring accurate invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliations, while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance.
Own T&E Policy and Process: Oversee the global travel and expense function, ensuring policy compliance, timely reimbursements, and continuous improvements in employee experience and system usage.
Drive Process Improvements: Identify and implement scalable solutions to streamline AP and T&E processes, leveraging automation tools and best practices to support business growth.
Enhance Systems and Tools: Evaluate, implement, and optimize finance expense platforms to drive efficiency, automation, and data integrity across AP and T&E functions.
Support Financial Reporting and Close: Collaborate with the broader finance team on month-end close activities, including AP ledger, reporting, and audit support.
Collaborate and Enable Growth: Work closely with Finance Systems, FP&A, and other internal stakeholders to align on policy, reporting, and operational needs, while helping lay the groundwork for future procurement and spend management capabilities.
What you should have with you
Solid Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience managing Accounts Payable and Travel & Expenses functions, ideally in a fast-paced or scaling environment.
Process Mindset: A strong track record of identifying inefficiencies and driving process improvements through automation, standardization, or policy updates.
Systems Fluency: Comfort working with ERP and expense management systems (e.g., WorkDay, Navan), with the ability to evaluate and optimize tools as the business grows.
Financial Acumen: A clear understanding of accounting principles related to AP and T&E, including accruals and their impact on financial reporting.
Detail and Deadline Orientation: High attention to accuracy, consistency, and timeliness in payment cycles, reporting, and month-end close activities.
Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work cross-functionally with People, Finance, and other teams; open to building new capabilities like procurement and supporting scalable operations across the company.
A successfully completed business studies degree or commercial training
At least 3 years of professional experience in leading an AP team
Relevant experience in various ERP systems, very good knowledge of common MS-Office tools
Experience with Workday is a bonus
Outgoing and self-motivated personality with strong communication and organizational skills
A high degree of personal responsibility, transparency as well as a structured and goal-oriented approach to work and high attention to detail
Fluency in English
What we offer
Diverse and internationally distributed team: joining our team means becoming part of a large, global community with people of more than 90 nationalities. We're more than just colleagues; we're a group of professionals with a shared mission to connect diverse cultures. Our global presence is growing–we've doubled in size nearly every year, with our employees based in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the US, and Japan, and we continue to expand our network.
Open communication, regular feedback: as a language-focused company, we value the importance of clear, honest communication. We value smooth collaboration, direct and actionable feedback, and believe that leading with empathy and growth mindset makes us better together.
Hybrid work, flexible hours: we offer a hybrid work schedule, with team members coming into the office twice a week. This allows you to engage directly with your team and experience the unique energy of our workspace, while still enjoying the flexibility and comfort of working from home. With flexible working hours and trust in your productivity, we are in sync with your team’s general locations and time zones to foster effective and seamless collaboration.
Regular in-person team events: we bond over vibrant events that are as unique as our team, from local team and business unit gatherings, to new-joiner onboardings, to company-wide events that bring us all together–literally.
Monthly full-day hacking sessions: every month, we have Hack Fridays, where you can spend your time diving into a project you're passionate about and get the opportunity to work with other teams–we value your initiatives, impact, and creativity.
30 days of annual leave: we value your peace of mind. With 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources, we make sure you're as strong mentally as you are professionally.
Competitive benefits: just as our team spans the globe, so does our benefits package. We've crafted it to reflect the diversity of our team and tailored it to align with your unique location, to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.
If this role and our mission resonate with you, but you're hesitant because you don't check all the boxes, don't let that hold you back. At DeepL, it's all about the value you bring and the growth we can foster together. Go ahead, apply—let's discover your potential together. We can't wait to meet you!
We are an equal opportunity employer
You are welcome at DeepL for who you are—we appreciate authenticity here. Our product is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all succeed, contribute, and think forward! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our diversity that we will find the power to break down language barriers in the world.
