Finance Account Payable Officer (Non-Executive)

About the role

The Accounts Payable Payment Processor handles vendor and supplier payments, making sure every transaction is processed accurately, on time and in line with company policies, financial procedures and internal control requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Process payments to vendors and suppliers by HTH, local payments and overseas wire transfers, within the required timelines and approval requirements.
• Match invoices recorded in SAP S/4HANA Finance with payment proposals and supporting documents such as receiving documents.
• Perform Direct Debit Authorisation (DDA)/GIRO clearing, including fund transfers and bank charges.
• Download bank statements and update payment records accordingly.
• Maintain good relationships with vendors and suppliers and respond to payment queries.
• Assist in setting up new vendors in the accounting system and perform supplier reconciliations against vendor statements.
• Prepare and maintain accounts payable reports, schedules and analyses, and follow up on outstanding items and discrepancies.
• Support internal and external audits, system testing and process improvement projects.

Required profile

• Diploma or relevant qualification.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with vendor payment processing, supplier reconciliation and accounts payable is an advantage.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of Coupa and SAP S/4HANA Finance.
• Ability to process and reconcile financial transactions accurately with strong attention to detail.