Accounts Payable Officer

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join our Finance & Accounts team.
• The successful candidate will manage supplier invoices, payment documentation, vendor reconciliations, and accounts payable records while ensuring accuracy, compliance, timely processing, and adherence to company financial controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, code, and process supplier invoices, debit/credit notes, staff advances, reimbursements, and payment requests.
• Match invoices against purchase orders, goods receipt notes GRNs, contracts, and other supporting documents.
• Maintain accurate vendor ledgers, reconcile supplier statements, and resolve discrepancies and outstanding balances.
• Ensure appropriate tax documentation and deductions in line with applicable requirements and company policies.
• Support month-end closing through accrual schedules, open GRN/invoice reports, prepayment amortization, and AP reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate, organized financial records for audits, compliance, and management reporting.
• Respond to supplier and internal stakeholder queries and promptly escalate payment exceptions, disputed invoices, and control breaches.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 4–5 years’ relevant experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, vendor reconciliation, or general accounting support.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliation procedures, and payment controls.
• Experience in distribution, manufacturing, automotive, FMCG, trading, or multi-branch operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of Nigerian tax documentation and ERP/accounting software is an advantage.
• Part qualification or student membership of ICAN, ACCA, or an equivalent professional accounting body is an added advantage.

Required Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Good reconciliation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and adherence to financial controls.
• Effective communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.