Job Summary

Senior Officer, Finance (Accounts Payable) is responsible for ensuring the accurate, timely, and compliant execution of Accounts Payable processes, including invoice verification, vendor master maintenance, payment processing, cash flow monitoring, reconciliations, and month-end closing activities. The role reviews AP transactions and reports, prepares payment proposals and cash outflow forecasts, supports audit requirements, monitors GRIR balances, and works closely with internal stakeholders to resolve payment-related issues. The incumbent also identifies opportunities to enhance AP processes and strengthen internal controls while providing operational support to the Finance Manager to ensure efficient financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable (AP) team and resolve operational issues as they arise.
• Generate, review, and monitor AP reports, including aging analysis, to ensure timely payment processing
• Review and approve vendor creation and maintenance in the system based on approved vendor registration forms.
• Review and post invoices processed by AP staff to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Review and approve payment proposals prepared by the AP team.
• Prepare monthly payment reports, payment proposals, and cash outflow forecasts.
• Monitor cash book balances and ensure sufficient funds are available to meet payment obligations.
• Review AP reconciliations prepared by the AP team and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Review the GRIR (Goods Received Invoice Received) balance report and coordinate corrective actions where necessary.
• Perform month-end closing activities and prepare audit schedules as assigned.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors during audit engagements.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and strengthen internal controls.
• Perform other ad hoc duties and assignments as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Accounting, or Finance.
• Good understanding of Accounts Payable processes, accounting principles, and financial controls.
• Experience using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar) is an advantage
• Familiar with invoice verification, vendor reconciliation, and payment processing.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality

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