Account Payable Officer (Male / Female) at Sayed Farms Limited

Sayed Farms Limited is specialized in poultry sector covering all its major aspects, and also in the distribution of frozen food in the Nigerian Market. Our line of frozen products has expanded to include the finest quality of chicken, potatoes, cheese, vegetables, seafood, and ice cream products in the market. We are currently hiring an experienced and objective-driven candidates to fill the below positions:

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Payable Officer (Male / Female)

Job Reference: ACCTPO2026005
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized Accounts Payable Officer to manage supplier payments and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing of all accounts payable transactions within a dynamic operational environment covering poultry production and FMCG operations.
• The role will focus on invoice verification, payment processing, vendor reconciliation, and maintaining accurate payables records.
• Prior experience in the poultry or FMCG industry, combined with strong Microsoft Excel and ERP system skills, is essential.

Key Responsibilities
Invoice Processing & Verification:

• Receive, review, and verify supplier invoices against approved Purchase Orders (POs), Goods Receipt Notes (GRNs), and contracts.
• Ensure accuracy of quantities, pricing, tax computations, and account coding before posting.
• Post supplier invoices accurately and timely into the ERP system.

Payment Processing:

• Prepare payment vouchers (PVs) and schedules in line with approved credit terms.
• Process supplier payments via bank transfers, cheques, or electronic payment platforms.
• Ensure all payments are properly authorized and supported by complete documentation.

endor Reconciliation & Management:

• Perform regular supplier statement reconciliations and promptly resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain strong working relationships with vendors and respond to payment-related queries professionally.
• Monitor outstanding payables and manage aging reports to avoid overdue balances.

Month-End Closing & Reporting:

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Prepare accounts payable schedules, aging reports, and reconciliation statements.
• Provide accurate payables data for management reporting and decision-making.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure strict compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all payables transactions.
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested schedules, invoices, and reconciliations.

Qualifications & Experience
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in accounts payable or general accounting, preferably within the poultry or FMCG industry.
• Good understanding of procure-to-pay (P2P) processes, supplier management, and invoice controls.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, etc.).
• Familiarity with ERP and accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Tally, or similar).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Application Closing Date
23rd March, 2026.