Account Payable Officer

Responsibilities:

• Receive, review, and verify invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Match invoices with purchase orders, goods received notes (GRNs), and supporting documents. 
• Process vendor and supplier payments within agreed payment terms.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records and filing systems.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Prepare payment schedules, vouchers, and supporting documentation for approval.
• Process staff reimbursements and expense claims.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and internal controls.
• Maintain effective relationships with vendors and respond to payment-related inquiries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
• Prepare accounts payable reports and aging analyses.
• Monitor outstanding liabilities and ensure timely settlement.
• Ensure proper deduction and remittance of applicable taxes (e.g., VAT and Withholding Tax) where required.
• Perform other finance and accounting duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, ATS, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• 2- 4 years of relevant accounts payable or finance experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and accounting software.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and applicable tax regulations.

Location: Mowe - Ogun State