Junior Accountant (Accounts Payables) at Proten

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable:

• Process vendor invoices, ensure correct accounting, approvals, and timely postings in the ERP system.
• Verify supporting documents (POs, GRNs, invoices) and resolve discrepancies with procurement or user departments.
• Prepare and process vendor payments (cheques, transfers) in line with company policies.
• Maintain up-to-date vendor ledgers and ensure timely reconciliations. 
• Monitor advances and prepayments and ensure accurate adjustments.
• Calculate and deduct Withholding Taxes (WHT) as per applicable tax laws.
• Compute and record VAT input and output taxes accurately

Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare AP ageing reports and assist in cash flow planning.
• Use Microsoft Excel for reconciliations, data analysis, and reporting (pivot tables, VLOOKUP,etc.).
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals and reconciliations.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and control.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in accounting, preferably in Accounts Payables
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, reconciliations, reporting).
• Working knowledge of ERP systems – Oracle preferred, SAP, Tally, or Microsoft Dynamics also acceptable. 
• Good understanding of WHT, VAT, and local tax laws.
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience in Accounts Payable, vendor management, and tax compliance.
• Familiarity with Oracle Fusion or similar ERP environments.