Responsibilities

  • To efficiently manage the paying of invoices owed by the company, an Accounts Payable Officer must perform a wide range of job duties and responsibilities. These may include, but are not limited to:
  • Check accuracy of invoices
  • Input and code invoices to cost center
  • Process invoices
  • Match Invoices with Purchase Order (if applicable)
  • Send invoices to Manager for payment approval
  • Schedule pay runs based on standard company payment terms – Process payments on our online banking system
  • First point of contact with Debtors chasing payment of invoices
  • Verify and process employee expense claims and manage the approval and payment process
  • Update and maintain vendor database in a timely manner
  • Perform reconciliations including supplier statement reconciliations, credit card reconciliations and more
  • Support the month end process by providing supporting documentation for month end journals
  • Report on Aged Payables plus other ad hoc reporting where applicable
  • Identify improvements to the accounts payable process

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or ACCA- OR Finance/ Economics/ Business Studies
  • Minimum 3-4 years as Accountant (AP or AR)
  • Solid understanding of basic accounting and accounts payable principles
  • Proven ability to calculate, post and manage financial records
  • Accurate data entry skills Ability to build good relationships with vendors and suppliers
  • Ability to prioritise and multitask
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability work as part of a broader team
  • Intermediate computer software skills, including Excel and Accounting packages
  • Experience with French Accounting

Skills

  • Strong communication/interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Punctuality
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Adaptability skills
  • Work ethic
  • Project Management skills

Publish Date

11 December, 2023

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