Operational Excellence
· Manage a team of accounting executives and oversee the Accounts Payable (AP) functions in Group Shared Services, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments reviews, staff claims, refunds, and vendor reconciliations.
· Perform end-to-end payment processing across multiple streams (vendor invoices, intercompany, staff claims, petty cash, refunds, and corporate card settlements) in accordance with Group policies and internal controls.
· Review invoice validation and posting in SAP, ensuring proper three-way matching (PO– GR–Invoice) and resolution of discrepancies with Procurement and Business Units (BUs).
· Monitor and reconcile advance payments, GR/IR balances, and outstanding invoices to ensure timely month-end closure.
· Ensure compliance with audit, tax, and statutory requirements, supporting both internal and external audits with necessary documentation.
· Support implementation of new policies or process updates in line with organizational standards.
Data Analytics & Reporting
· Perform data analysis on AP metrics (invoice turnaround, DPO, GR ageing, vendor performance, etc.) to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
· Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using Excel or data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud).
· Prepare clear, visually engaging PowerPoint presentations for management reporting, operational reviews, and project updates.
Process Improvement & Transformation
· Support automation initiatives (OCR, RPA, SAP S/4HANA, etc.) by participating in project discussions, UATs, and documenting process changes.
· Identify process gaps, recommend enhancements, and implement best practices to improve efficiency and accuracy.
· Contribute ideas and insights during workshops and transformation meetings to enhance the overall Accounts Payable function.
Stakeholder Management
· Work closely with BUs, Procurement, Finance, and vendors to resolve payment issues and ensure smooth operations.
· Communicate effectively across internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely updates and proactive issue management.
· Provide training and guidance to junior team members on policies, processes, and system usage where required.
Ad-hoc
· Prepare ad-hoc analyses, reconciliations, and management reports as assigned.
· Represent the AP function in cross-departmental projects or process alignment meetings as needed.
Requirements
· A good Degree in Accountancy / ACCA or equivalent
· Minimum 5 years of work experience in Accounts Payable, and preferably in a supervisory role
· Good knowledge of GST and/or Withholding Tax
· Able to work independently and within tight timelines
· Committed, meticulous and a team player
· Good interpersonal and communication skills
· Familiar with MS Office applications
· SAP is a must