Career Opportunities: Manager, Accounts Payable (2184)
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Job Responsibilities
- Supervising and leading AP team
- Overseeing daily operations and ensuring the efficient functioning of the AP department.
- Reviewing and approving invoices, expense reports and payment requests.
- Resolving escalated issues or discrepancies with vendors, internal stakeholders, or team members. Handling vendor relationships, negotiations and dispute resolutions.
- Monitoring payment schedules and ensuring timely payment processing.
- Developing and implementing AP policies, procedures and controls to maintain accuracy and compliance.
- Providing training and guidance to AP team members on processes, systems and best practices.
- Analyzing AP data and trends to identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings and risk mitigations.
- Collaborating with other departments such as Purchasing, Finance and Treasury to streamline processes and resolve issues.
- Assisting with audits and compliance reviews related to AP functions.
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to optimize procurement processes, invoice management and payment cycles.
Job Requirements
- Degree in Accounting, professional qualifications would be an added advantage.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting with Accounts Payable knowledge and team management would be an added advantage.
- Meticulous and possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Positive working attitude and ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Ability to handle high volume of transactions.
- Able to multi-task, work independently and meet tight timelines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel.
- Software Proficiency: Knowledge of accounting software (e.g. SAP or other ERP systems)