Accounts Payable Accountant

Key Responsibilities:

1. Invoice Processing & Verification

· Receive, review, and verify vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness.

· Match invoices with purchase orders and goods receipt notes (3-way matching).

· Ensure proper coding and posting of invoices in the ERP system.

· Verify supporting documentation and approval workflows before posting.

2. Vendor Management

· Maintain vendor master data in coordination with internal controls.

· Perform periodic vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.

· Respond to vendor queries regarding invoices and payments.

· Monitor accounts payable aging and highlight overdue balances.

3. Payment Support & Banking Coordination

· Prepare payment proposals in ERP for review and approval by the AP Manager.

· Assist in processing payments through banking portals (TT, WPS, LC settlements, etc.).

· Ensure compliance with group payment authorization policies.

· Support foreign currency payment documentation and remittance advice preparation.

4. Compliance & Controls

· Ensure adherence to group AP policies and internal controls.

· Support audit requirements by providing documentation and reconciliations.

· Assist in VAT / withholding tax validations related to vendor invoices.

· Maintain proper documentation and filing for all AP transactions.

5. Month-End & Reporting

· Assist in month-end closing activities related to AP.

· Accrue for pending invoices and ensure completeness of liabilities.

· Provide AP reports and analysis to the AP Manager as required.

· Support intercompany payable reconciliations where applicable.

Qualifications & Experience:

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance.

· 2-5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, preferably in trading or manufacturing.

· Experience working in multi-entity or group environments preferred.

· Knowledge of ERP systems; Microsoft Business Central experience is an advantage.

· Familiarity with banking portals and payment processing is preferred.

· Basic understanding of foreign currency transactions and trade payments.

Key Competencies:

· Strong attention to detail

· Process-oriented and control-focused

· Ability to meet deadlines

· Strong communication skills (internal & vendors)

· Ability to work in a high-volume transaction environment