Accounting Executive Associate

We are looking for a skilled Accounting Executive Associate (AP) to be responsible for processing all invoices received for payment and for undertaking the payment of all creditors in an accurate, efficient and timely manner. Accounting Executive Associate (AP) is essential for ensuring accurate financial record-keeping, maintaining strong vendor relationships, optimizing cash flow, supporting financial reporting and audits, and driving operational efficiency and cost control within the organization. Their role is integral to the overall financial management and success of the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
2. Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data
3. Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
4. Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements
5. Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
6. Generate reports detailing accounts payables status
7. Understand expense accounts and cost centers
8. Understands compliance issues around accounts payable processes (W-9, sales tax, etc.)
9. Various administrative tasks, including mailings, typing correspondence, report preparation, scanning, etc.

Requirements

1. Proven working experience as Accounts Payable Associate
2. Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles
3. Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
4. Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
5. Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software
6. Proficiency in English and in MS Office
7. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
8. Background in Finance, Accounting or Banking, Economics, Commerce or a relevant degree (preferred but not required)