Accounts Payable Accountant

Primarily support the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and accounts payable activities across the company. The role covers invoice validation, payment preparation, supplier reconciliations, AP ledger maintenance and month-end close, while coordinating with internal departments as well as other external business units. Also to provide backup support to other Financial operational activities.Generic AccountabilitiesAccounts payable, supplier invoice processing, payment documentation, supplier reconciliations, AP ledger management, month-end close, Finance Operations support and related accounting activities.Specific AccountabilitiesInvoice Processing & AP Workflow: Process supplier invoices in Oracle ERP after checking contracts, POs, goods receipt or service acceptance, tax invoice requirements, accounting coding and approvals.Payment Preparation: Prepare payment requests and supporting documents, track due dates and coordinate approved payment packs with Treasury for execution.Supplier Reconciliations: Reconcile supplier statements, investigate unmatched items and aged balances, and follow up with suppliers and relevant departments.AP Ledger & Financial Close: Maintain the AP ledger and schedules; support invoice cut-off, accruals, AP ageing, reconciliations and month-end close.Capex Invoices: Process project invoices with confirming supporting documents and acceptance.Controls, Audit & Systems: Maintain records, support audit requests and contribute to Oracle ERP and AP process improvements.Financial Operations Backup: Provide backup for VAT/WHT documentation, GL, fixed assets and other operational accounting tasks within Finance Operations, as assigned.Ad-hoc Assignments: Support reporting, stakeholder coordination and other Finance projects or ad-hoc assignments as required by Finance management.Job RequirementsAcademic QualificationsRequired: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or FinanceWork ExperienceRequired: Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in accounts payable, general accounting or Finance OperationsPreferred: Experience with Oracle ERP, supplier invoice workflows, CapEx accounting or the hospitality sectorOther Requirements- Knowledge of AP processes, basic accounting principles, invoice and payment controls- Familiarity with ERP systems; Oracle Fusion ERP preferred- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint- Ability to perform supplier reconciliations and maintain accurate supporting documentationSkillsAccuracy and attention to detailUnderstanding of AP processes and accounting controlsSupplier reconciliation and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage workload and meet deadlinesEffective supplier and cross-functional communicationAdaptability and ability to work with ERP systems