• Application Deadline:
• Position: Accounts Payable Accountant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 - 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Job Summary:

• The Accounts Payable Accountant will be responsible for managing the company’s accounts payable processes.


• This includes processing invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, and supporting the finance team in achieving accurate financial reporting.


• The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in accounts payable roles and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Invoice Processing:

• Review and verify invoices and check requests.


• Sort, code, and match invoices.


• Set invoices up for payment.


• Track expenses and process expense reports.

Payment Processing:

• Prepare and perform check runs and other transactions.


• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date.


• Resolve invoice discrepancies and issues.

Vendor Management:

• Reconcile vendor statements and correct discrepancies.


• Maintain vendor files.


• Respond to vendor inquiries.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.


• Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments.


• Assist with month-end closing.


• Provide supporting documentation for audits.

Reconciliation:

• Reconcile accounts payable transactions.


• Prepare analysis of accounts as required.


• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date.

Continuous Improvement:

• Suggest improvements to accounts payable processes.


• Participate in process improvement projects.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.


• ICAN/ACCA certification is an added advantage or (Final Stage)

Experience:

• 3-5 years of accounts payable experience.


• Experience with ERP/Accounting software (e.g. SAP, Quickbooks).


• Familiarity with electronic payment methods and systems.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Knowledge:

• Thorough understanding of accounts payable process


• Knowledge of IFRS preferred


• Familiarity with relevant accounting software and ERP systems.