Account Payable Officer at Terawork

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Accountant to join our Retail/FMCG team in Port Harcourt.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing vendor invoices, reconciling vendor statements, ensuring timely payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting compliance with financial regulations and company policies in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for accuracy and proper authorisation.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and promptly resolve discrepancies.
• Enter invoice data into the accounting system for payment processing.
• Address payment-related inquiries from vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding balances or discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities by reconciling accounts payable records.
• Maintain organised and accurate records of invoices, payments, and correspondence.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, financial regulations, and tax requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and information.
• Collaborate with the Finance, Internal Audit, and Commercial teams to ensure smooth financial operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an Accounts Payable role within the Retail, FMCG, or other high-volume industries.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in processing invoices and payments.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.