Job Overview
The Accounts Payable Specialist role involves ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations. This position requires a high degree of organization, attention to detail, and effective communication skills.
Main Responsibilities:
* Monitor and manage both Accounts Payable and Expense Management mailboxes to ensure prompt resolution of queries and issues.
* Process and post invoices accurately, ensuring they are coded correctly and authorized according to company approval levels.
* Utilize superior problem-solving and analytical skills to investigate and resolve problematic invoices in a timely manner.
* Develop strong relationships with suppliers, banks, key contributors, and the Treasury Department to effectively manage account queries and communications.
* Manage expense management to ensure compliance with our T&E policy, monitoring, querying, and auditing expenses globally.
* Assist with month-end close procedures, including creditor reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and maintenance of the Creditor's Ledger.
* E nsure that agreed processes, policies, and procedures are followed within the AP team.
* Compile, analyze, and report accounting data and metrics accurately and efficiently.
* Run and analyze department reports to deliver an efficient and lean process.
* Possess strong communication and people skills to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel.
* Perform ad-hoc tasks as required by your supervisor to support the Finance Function.
* Minimally 3 years' experience in Accounts Payable and Expense Management is required, with International Banking and Payments experience being a plus.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint) is essential, along with strong written and verbal communication skills, and a positive attitude with ability to work independently and as part of a Team.