West Indian Ocean Cable Company ( WIOCC)
Payables Accountant
Nairobi • Kenya

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West Indian Ocean Cable Company ( WIOCC)
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Description
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline
- CPA(K), ACCA, or an equivalent professional accounting is desirable
- A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in accounts payable or a comparable finance operations role
- Experience using ERP systems, preferably NetSuite, with strong working knowledge of invoice processing, reconciliations, and payment controls
Experience and Skills
- Strong attention to detail, with excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Sound understanding of accounts payable controls, invoice matching, supplier reconciliations, and payment processing
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams
- Ability to plan, prioritise, and deliver to tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confidence in working with ERP systems and finance process improvement initiatives
- Strong relationship-building capability, with a service-oriented and professional approach.
- Resilient, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality work
- Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Responsibilities
Invoice Lifecycle Management
- Maintain the New Bills Register, ensuring all records are complete, accurate, properly supported, and audit-ready
- Manage the end-to-end processing of supplier invoices, including receipt, validation, coding, approval follow-up, and timely posting in line with company policies and delegated authority limits
- Maintain the Disputed Invoices Register and work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve discrepancies promptly, minimise delays, and improve first-time processing accuracy
Cash Flow & Liquidity Management
- Work closely with Treasury to support short-term cash flow forecasting, payment prioritisation, and liquidity planning across WIOCC’s operating markets
Payment Operations & Vendor Relations
- Prepare payment instructions accurately and on time, follow up on approvals, and ensure all payments are processed within agreed deadlines and control requirements
- Post payments and share remittance or allocation schedules with suppliers to promote transparency, resolve queries efficiently, and maintain strong vendor relationships
- Monitor aged payables and ensure suppliers are paid in accordance with agreed credit terms, contractual obligations, and approved cash flow plans
Reconciliation & Reporting
- Perform monthly supplier statement reconciliations, investigate unreconciled items, and prepare clear status reports for management review and follow-up
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of accounts payable records to support month-end close, audits, tax compliance, and management reporting
Offset & NetSuite Administration
- Prepare offset agreements, obtain supplier sign-off, and ensure accurate, timely processing and allocation within NetSuite
- Maintain complete and up-to-date records of outstanding payables, offsets, and related supporting documentation
Process Excellence & Compliance
- Promote adherence to Accounts Payable standard operating procedures, work instructions, internal controls, and approval workflows
- Identify and recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce risk, strengthen controls, and support automation within the accounts payable function
- Ensure compliance with applicable local and international financial regulations, tax requirements, and audit standards across operating jurisdictions
General Support
- Provide the administrative and clerical support required for the timely settlement of the organisation’s financial obligations
- Undertake any other duties reasonably assigned from time to time in support of the Finance function
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