Accountant – Accounts Payables

JOB PURPOSE

 

Assist in conducting A/P accounting and system update activities for corporate, asset management and other payables

 

 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Assist in performing accurate A/P accounting and correct coding of vendor, cost center, general ledger account, invoice amount

 

Assist in vendor analysis, expense review and analysis

 

Ensure that all invoices are approved according to the DOA

 

Create A/P vouchers and send to the relevant Department for approval

 

Assist in issuing cheques and transfer letters

 

Coordinate with other departments to determine the required accruals before the closing of the accounting period.

 

Assist in preparation of reports on the status of payables, reconciliation statement of account payable, supplier's statement / ledger and accruals accounts

 

Allocate costs to each activity ensuring accurate accounting of payables.

 

 

RELATED YEAR OF EXPERIENCE

 

Min of 4+ years of experience of financial accounting and management accounting experience

 

 

 

FIELD OF EXPERIENCE

 

Experience of accounting within real estate or related industry is preferred

 

Experience in A/P

 

 

TECHNICAL AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

 

Knowledge of and ability to apply international accounting standards and ERP systems

 

Knowledge of and ability to adhere to internal controls

 

Good analytical skills

 

Vigilant and detail oriented

 

Strong communication skills

 

Strong time management capabilities

 

 

QUALIFICATION

 

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

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