Description
An Accounts Payable (AP) professional processes outgoing payments, verifies invoices, and maintains accurate financial ledgers. They ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time while maintaining vendor relationships and audit-ready records.
Key Responsibilities
Invoice Processing: Review, verify, and code incoming vendor invoices.
Invoice Matching: Perform 3-way matching by comparing the invoice against purchase orders and receiving documents to prevent overpayment.
Payment Execution: Schedule and process disbursements via checks, ACH, or wire transfers in accordance with payment terms.
Reconciliation: Reconcile vendor statements, resolve pricing or quantity discrepancies, and address internal or external inquiries.
Month-End Closing: Assist with closing procedures by preparing accrual and pre-payment schedules.
Compliance: Ensure transactions adhere to company policies, tax regulations, and internal controls.
Essential Requirements
Education: Degree or certification in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred, though equivalent experience is highly valued.
Software Skills: Proficiency in accounting ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Sage, QuickBooks) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Core Traits: High attention to detail, strong numerical aptitude, and excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Applicant must reside in Ajah and the environs