ACCOUNTS PAYABLE OFFICER AT JOBCANVAS CAREER SOLUTIONS | ACCOUNTING JOBS IN IBADAN

About Company:

Jobcanvas Career Solutions, an HR Consulting company, is recruiting to fill the position above.

Job Description:

We are seeking a disciplined and meticulous Accounts Payable Officer to join our finance team in Ibadan. Operating within the fast-paced food manufacturing sector, you will be responsible for managing the full cycle of company expenditures. Your role is critical in maintaining healthy vendor relationships and ensuring that every naira spent is accurately recorded, reconciled, and aligned with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

The ideal candidate is a reconciliation expert who possesses the organizational rigor to manage high volumes of invoices, purchase orders, and payroll records with absolute precision.

Requirements:

Expenditure & Payment Management

• Transaction Tracking: Maintain a comprehensive record of all company payments and expenditures, including payroll, purchase orders, and invoices.

• Vendor Payments: Schedule payment vouchers and process disbursements to vendors promptly to ensure an uninterrupted supply chain.

• Payroll Support: Assist in the administration of payroll and related financial records to ensure timely staff compensation.

Bookkeeping & Financial Documentation

• GAAP Compliance: Prepare initial drafts of accounting records for all transactions in strict accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

• Record Retention: Maintain an organized system of historical financial records and accounting documentation for future reference and internal use.

• Data Analysis: Gather and analyze bookkeeping information to provide insights for internal management decisions.

Reconciliation & Compliance

• System Verification: Reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to actual balances to identify and resolve discrepancies.

• Audit & Reporting: Support the preparation of financial reports and provide necessary documentation during internal and external audit processes.

• Policy Adherence: Ensure all financial activities comply with company policies, accounting procedures, and confidentiality standards.

• Balance Monitoring: Closely monitor account balances to ensure liquidity and proper documentation of every transaction.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

• Experience: * Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, or a core finance role.

  • Experience within the manufacturing or FMCG sector is an added advantage.

• Technical Skills:

  • Software: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

  • Accounting Knowledge: Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

• Core Competencies:

  • Detail-Oriented: Exceptional accuracy in data entry and financial reconciliation.

  • Organization: Strong time management skills with the ability to meet strict payment deadlines.

  • Independence: Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision in a high-volume environment.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: jobcanvas4@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.