Accounts Payable Officer at ReelFruit

ReelFruit (www.reelfruit.com), founded in 2012, is the market leader in the healthy snack category, pioneering the introduction of healthy dried fruit as a snack in the Nigerian market. The company was founded on a mission to build a scalable agribusiness to add value to raw materials locally and produce, package and distribute locally made snacks that could sit on any shelf in the world!

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accounts Payable Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• As an Accounts Payable Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments while maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
• Your role will be integral in supporting the financial operations of the company and ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the accounts payable team to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliation of vendor statements.
• Monitor cash flow and forecast payment needs.
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely tax returns, including VAT, WHT, and other applicable taxes.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or issues
• Collaborate with external tax advisors to optimize tax strategies and minimize liabilities.
• Assist with month-end closing processes and financial reporting as needed
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve invoice discrepancies or payment inquiries
• Stay updated on industry best practices and changes in accounting regulations
• Provide insights into financial data, helping to identify trends and potential areas for improvement.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Educational Qualifications, Experience & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or other related fields.
• Professional certificate (e.g. ACA, ACCA, & CIMA) is an added advantage.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in accounts payable, preferably in a manufacturing or food processing environment
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, especially Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Application Closing Date
6th March, 2024.