Assistant Accounts Payable (AP) Manager - #1107296

•               Lead and support the accounts payable team, providing training, guidance, and performance management.

•               Oversee the full AP cycle including invoice processing, payment runs, expense claims, and vendor reconciliation.

•               Review and ensure accuracy of invoices, approvals, and account coding in accordance with company policies.

•               Ensure timely payments to vendors and compliance with contractual payment terms.

•               Monitor AP aging reports and manage outstanding balances to maintain healthy vendor relationships.

•               Handle escalated vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a professional and timely manner.

•               Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, and other internal teams to resolve invoice and payment issues.

•               Support month-end closing activities, including accruals, account reconciliations, and reporting.

•               Drive process improvements and implement best practices to increase efficiency and control.

•               Maintain proper documentation and support internal and external audit requirements.

•               Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory guidelines.

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Qualifications:

•               Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

•               Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

•               Strong understanding of AP processes, financial controls, and accounting principles.

•               Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.

•               Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to cross-functional work.

•               Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

•               High attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability.

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Preferred Skills:

•               Experience with ERP systems and AP automation tools.

•               Knowledge of the procure-to-pay (P2P) process.

•               Familiarity with multi-currency and regional AP operations.

•               Experience in generating and analyzing AP-related reports.