Accounts Payable Accountant

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

An Accounts Payable (AP) job involves processing vendor invoices, ensuring accurate coding and authorization, scheduling timely payments (checks, ACH, wires), and reconciling accounts to manage company expenses, maintain vendor relationships, and support financial reporting and compliance. Key tasks include matching invoices to POs, entering data into accounting software, resolving discrepancies, and assisting with audits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payment Management: Prepare and schedule payments, ensuring timely disbursement and avoiding late fees.

• Account Reconciliation: Reconcile vendor statements and bank accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies.

• Records Keeping: Maintain accurate financial records and documentation for all payable transactions.

• Vendor Communication: Respond to vendor inquiries and build strong relationships.

• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure adherence to internal controls and assist with month-end closing and audits.

• Invoice Processing: Receive, verify, and code vendor invoices, matching them to purchase orders and receipts.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance General knowledge of accounting principles - required
• Minimum 1 years of related professional experience in Accounting / Finance – required (if this  experience is within an SSC environment it is an advantage)
• Experience in financial systems (knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have) 

Additional Information

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