GROUP ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Payable Management

• Oversee end-to-end accounts payable processes, including invoice verification, coding, approvals, and timely payments.
• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date and within agreed payment terms.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and manage supplier relationships.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice/payment discrepancies.
• Ensure all payables transactions are properly recorded in the accounting system.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure adherence to IFRS/IAS standards and local tax and statutory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor queries.
• Prepare periodic AP aging reports and payment forecasts.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.

Process Improvement & Controls

• Review and improve AP processes to enhance efficiency and internal controls.
• Implement and monitor compliance with company procurement and expense policies.
• Support system upgrades or implementations (e.g., NetSuite) and automate AP workflows.

Budgeting and Analysis

• Provide support in cost tracking, variance analysis, and expenditure forecasting.
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure budgetary controls are in place.
• Support management with data for financial planning and analysis.

Team Leadership & Support

• Supervise and mentor junior finance staff, ensuring their professional growth and development.
• Coordinate tasks across multi-location finance teams to standardize AP processes.
• Facilitate training and provide guidance on finance systems and procedures.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Degree in Accounting, Finance plus CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a similar finance role
• Experience in a for-profit, multi-location, and multi-currency environment is essential
• Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS/IAS)
• Experience with NetSuite or other ERP systems is a distinct advantage
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and general accounting software

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.