Accounts Payable Specialist (FMCG) at Ascentech Services Limited

Posted on Mon 10th Jun, 2019 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

Ascentech Services Limited - Our clients in the FMCG industry is seeking to recruit suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist (FMCG)

Location: Lagos

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and precise Accounting Payable Specialist to help properly maintain payable information.
The successful candidate will maintain current accounts and assist in invoicing functions.
His/her duties will include daily book-keeping, record keeping, and financial reporting, and the preparation of tax records for financial audits.
S/he will reconcile and verify invoices; and an extensive knowledge of financial and tax procedures will be required.
The candidate must also be experienced and will be one who can analyze expense reports to assign payments to the proper cost centers, work with vendors to resolve past due invoices and reconcile monthly statements.

Duties

Maintain petty cash accounts and log all outgoing disbursements
Monitor all vendor payment agreements to find discounts that can be used to reduce invoice amounts
Responsible for paying all sales tax on appropriate invoices and making a note of each tax payment made
Keep track of credits owed to the company and ensure all credits are properly applied to vendor payments
Reconcile payable reports each month to confirm that all amounts paid were accurate
Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment term
Process check requests
Audit and process credit card bills
Match invoices to checks, obtain all signatures for checks and distribute checks accordingly
Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
Assist in month end closing
Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
Prepare invoices for payment. This will include matching invoices to Purchase Orders and obtaining authorization for payment.
Resolves purchase order, receipt, and invoice exceptions.
Responds to inquires via phone/email correspondence from internal and external customers with a sense of urgency.
Processes accounts payable documents according to established procedures.

Education, Essential Skills & General Requirements

B.Sc/HND in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
4+ years’ experience in accounts payable
Ability to effectively use an accounting software, including MS Excel and Word
Excellent attention to detail
Strong organizational ability
Effective corporate communications skills
Ability to consistently meet all deadlines
Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division quickly and accurately
Possess strong organizational and time management skills
Strong problem solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills
Thorough knowledge of applicable accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts and corporate procedures
Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
PS: Candidates with experience in a Manufacturing/Factory setting will have an advantage.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: cv@ascentech.com.ng stating the position applied as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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