ACCOUNT PAYABLE OFFICER JOB AT WHITE SOUL GROUP | JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

White Soul Group is a leading provider of logistics solutions and vehicle sales and after-sales services, dedicated to delivering excellence in every aspect of our business. With a commitment to innovation, integrity, and customer satisfaction, we strive to exceed expectations and become your trusted partner in logistics and automobile needs.

Job Description:

We are seeking a high-precision Accounts Payable Officer to take ownership of our supplier payment cycle and expense management. In this role, you will be the gatekeeper of our outgoing cash flow, ensuring that every payment is verified, accurately coded, and settled within agreed terms. The ideal candidate is a reconciliation expert who thrives on organizational discipline and possesses the analytical skills to resolve complex vendor discrepancies while maintaining a high level of integrity and transparency.

Requirements:

1. Invoice Processing & Verification

• Voucher Management: Accurately process and post supplier invoices and payment vouchers into the accounting system.

• The Three-Way Match: Ensure all invoices are verified against Purchase Orders (POs) and Good Received Notes (GRNs) or Service Completion Certificates before processing.

• Expense Reviews: Assist in reviewing staff and operational expenses to ensure alignment with company policies and budget approvals.

2. Vendor Management & Reconciliation

• Statement Reconciliation: Perform regular, detailed reconciliations of supplier statements against internal ledgers to ensure accuracy and resolve outstanding balances.

• Dispute Resolution: Proactively investigate and resolve discrepancies in pricing, quantities, or tax applications with vendors and internal departments.

• Aging Analysis: Maintain an accurate Accounts Payable Aging Report to track upcoming obligations and prevent overdue penalties.

3. Financial Control & Reporting

• Payment Schedules: Support the timely payment of vendors by preparing payment schedules in line with approved liquidity procedures.

• Month-End Support: Assist with month-end adjustments, including accruals for expenses incurred but not yet invoiced.

• Audit Documentation: Maintain an organized and retrievable filing system for all payable documents, supporting both internal and external audit requirements.

Qualifications and Skills:

Education & Experience

• Degree: B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience: 3–5 years of hands-on experience in Accounts Payable or a similar core accounting role.

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of accounting software (ERPs) and advanced proficiency in MS Excel (reconciliations and schedules).

• Attention to Detail: A high degree of accuracy in data entry and a sharp eye for identifying inconsistencies in financial documents.

• Integrity: Unwavering commitment to ethical financial practices and accountability.

• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage high volumes of paperwork and multiple vendor accounts simultaneously without compromising quality.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@whitesoulgroup.org using “Accounts Payable Officer – Lagos” as the subject of the email.