Accounts Payable Accountant, Automotive

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Accountant to manage supplier invoices, reconciliations and payments, ensuring accuracy, timely processing and strong financial controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Match Local Purchase Orders (LPOs), Goods Received Notes (GRNs) and supplier invoices before posting.
• Post verified invoices promptly and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and maintain accurate supplier ledgers.
• Prepare weekly aged payables reports and monthly payment schedules.
• Process supplier and utility payments within approved terms and deadlines.
• Prepare import costings and maintain landed-cost records.
• Maintain dashboards tracking LPOs, invoices, payments and outstanding balances.
• Handle WHT/WHTVAT compliance and monthly iTax reconciliations.
• Support month-end closing, audits and internal financial controls.

Requirements

• Relevant accounting qualifications and practical experience in accounts payable.
• Strong knowledge of supplier reconciliations, three-way matching and payment controls.
• Experience in import costing, tax compliance and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems; Odoo experience is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, integrity and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good communication, follow-up and supplier relationship management skills.