Head of Accounts Payable Accounting at Jumia Nigeria

Job Description
As Head of Accounts Payable Accounting you work directly with the CFO and the Head of the Accounting department. You will be responsible for overseeing and supervising the day-to-day operations of the AP department. You will be supervising a team of three senior team leads and full team of 20 data entry clerks.
 
The position of Head of Accounts Payable Accountant entails:
Participating in processing international and domestic supplier invoices and payments; Ensuring invoices are approved and posted correctly to the general ledger and reconciling balance sheet accounts. Ensuring that proper approvals and receipt documents are matched correctly to supplier invoices
Closing of each payables cycle, including: Posting all AP batches, preparing and submitting accruals for month-end closing. Reviewing invoice batches to ensure accuracy regarding classification and coding of invoices
Responsible for reviewing of Accounts Payable Aging Reports to ensure compliance with established payment terms. Ensuring the timely payment of invoices and other reimbursements.
Preparing and reviewing monthly journal entries for accruals, expenses, void checks, and proper account distribution. Analyzing general ledger accounts and preparung reports of budget versus actual expenses. Preparing journal entries to correct general ledger account discrepancies
Reconciling assigned account balances: accounts payable trade, accounts payable non trade and other assigned accounts
Responding to inquiries from vendors, employees, and management; and conducts special investigations/research to resolve issues with vendor invoices
Interacting with Purchasing and Warehouse Departments on a regular basis to ensure that all required documentation is forwarded to Accounts Payable as required
Interacting with vendors on a regular basis, researches and resolves invoice discrepancies
Ensuring that the distribution of work to Accounts Payable Clerks is appropriate, and reviews and monitors productivity of clerical staff
Assisting in interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
 
Profile Requirements
A successful candidate will fulfill the following requirements:
Minimal 5 years of progressive accounts payable experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity
AA or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or Finance
High Volume Payables experience (department processes 5,000 + invoices per month)
Experience with or curiosity for IT systems and ERP systems. E-commerce is 50% IT, so you must not be afraid of systems
Demonstrate proficiency in PC based accounting software (NAV experience preferred)
Ability to work well under pressure, to meet changing priorities and deadlines
Strong supervisory skills and ability to handle questions and problems in a timely manner
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external affiliates and clients
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. We are building ventures from scratch, learning and solving problems along the way
Hands-on attitude. E-commerce is 50% operations, so you must not be afraid of rolling up your sleeves and getting your hands dirty
Strong drive and ability to implement change in fast moving organizations
Willingness to make decisions as necessary and appropriate in accordance with company policies. Self-starter who will take initiative to effect positive change
Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
Strong organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information and professionalism at all times
Accuracy and attention to detail