Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Purpose

 The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that the policies and procedures are adhered to with respect to the ordering and the payment for purchases made by the company. This position reports to the Accounts Payable Team Leader.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares local purchase orders.
• Ensures invoices are accurate and corresponds with purchase orders.
• Ensures invoices are coded.
• Prepares local and foreign payments.
• Prepares foreign payment schedule.
• Records foreign and local invoices into accounting system
• Assists with queries from suppliers.
• Reconciles General Ledger Accounts and Sub-ledgers.
• Prepares bank reconciliation statements.
• Analyses Motor Vehicle Expenses on a monthly basis.
•  Maintains an efficient filing system for easy retrieval.
• Demonstrates active adherence to all relevant Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures, while also promoting HSE awareness.
• Any other related responsibilities assigned by Management.

Academic Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of five (5) CXC or GCE O’ Level passes inclusive of English Language and Mathematics.
• ACCA Level I or equivalent.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a similar position.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft suite of products.
• Knowledge of Accounting Packages.

Competencies

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Team oriented.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.