Closing: Apr 15, 2024
This position has expiredPublished: Mar 25, 2024 (2 months ago)
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Educational Qualifications, Experience & Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or other related fields.
- Professional certificate (e.g. ACA, ACCA, & CIMA) is an added advantage.
- 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable, preferably in a manufacturing or food processing environment
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, especially Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Responsibilities
Educational Qualifications, Experience & Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or other related fields.
- Professional certificate (e.g. ACA, ACCA, & CIMA) is an added advantage.
- 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable, preferably in a manufacturing or food processing environment
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, especially Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- As an Accounts Payable Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments while maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
- Your role will be integral in supporting the financial operations of the company and ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures
Duties
- Supervise and lead the accounts payable team to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliation of vendor statements.
- Monitor cash flow and forecast payment needs.
- Prepare and submit accurate and timely tax returns, including VAT, WHT, and other applicable taxes.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or issues
- Collaborate with external tax advisors to optimize tax strategies and minimize liabilities.
- Assist with month-end closing processes and financial reporting as needed
- Collaborate with other departments to resolve invoice discrepancies or payment inquiries
- Stay updated on industry best practices and changes in accounting regulations
- Provide insights into financial data, helping to identify trends and potential areas for improvement.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
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