Accounts Payable Officer

About the role

The Accounts Payable Officer plays a crucial part in maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with payment terms, and supporting the overall financial health of the organization. This position offers the opportunity to develop expertise in accounts payable operations whilst contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of our finance function.

Key responsibilities:

• Processing and verifying vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy of amounts, quantities, and supporting documentation before payment
• Recording accounts payable transactions in the accounting system with proper coding and allocation to relevant cost centers
• Preparing payment runs and processing payments to vendors via various methods, whilst maintaining compliance with payment schedules and terms
• Reconciling vendor statements and investigating discrepancies, including resolving invoice disputes and credit note issues
• Maintaining accurate vendor master files and updating vendor information as required
• Managing vendor correspondence and responding to payment enquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Assisting with month-end and year-end closing activities, including accrual preparation and accounts payable reconciliations
• Supporting the preparation of accounts payable reports and analysis for management review
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant financial regulations
• Collaborating with internal departments to resolve invoice and payment-related issues

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related course
• Proven experience in an accounts payable role or similar accounting function, preferably within a corporate or technology-focused environment
• Strong proficiency with accounting software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Solid understanding of accounts payable processes, invoice management, and vendor reconciliation procedures
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to process transactions accurately and efficiently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other office applications for data manipulation and reporting
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Knowledge of financial compliance and internal controls relevant to the accounts payable function
• A professional attitude with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in financial matters