ACCOUNTS PAYABLE OFFICER

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE OFFICER

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE OFFICER – TRADE

Core Function

The incumbent will provide efficient and effective accounting support for activities within the department as it relates to the accounts payables functions.

Qualifications & Experience

• BSc. in Accounting or Level II ACCA
• Two (2) years’ experience in a similar capacity
• Strong computer literacy skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational/coordination and excellent time management skills
• Analytical and problem–solving skills.
• Experience in a retail environment

Key duties and responsibilities

• Manage Suppliers’ accounts.
• Safe custody of all trade invoices and other supporting documentation as proof of the company’s liability for inventory goods and services
• Prepare payments to offset liability which include preparing requisitions, coding inputting source documents, processing and dispatching payments.
• Reconciling Supplier statements and investigating discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions.
• Liaise with Suppliers and Brokers
• Reporting on total weekly cash commitment or as otherwise requested
• Preparing audit schedules.