Account Payable Officer at Sayed Farms Limited

Job Reference: ACCTPO2026005

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.