Senior Accounts Payable Executive (Immediate Start / 4-Month Contract – Maternity Cover)

Job Summary This is an immediate hiring opportunity for a 4-month contract role to cover maternity leave. We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented, fast-learning Accounts Payable professional who can adapt quickly and manage day-to-day AP operations independently with minimal supervision. A completion bonus will be payable upon successful completion of the 6-month contract, subject to satisfactory performance. Key Responsibilities • Handle full-cycle accounts payable processes, including verification, reconciliation, and posting of supplier invoices • Review and validate supplier invoices against supporting documents • Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and purchase-related matters • Review and reconcile vendor statements of account • Process AP invoices and perform accurate data entry in SAP or other accounting systems • Review invoices and supporting documents before payment processing • Prepare and process weekly and monthly payments • Prepare and record petty cash transactions • Maintain accurate accounting records, filing, and document control • Perform general ledger postings and accounting entries as assigned • Check outstanding purchase-related listings and follow up with relevant departments • Update foreign exchange rates in the system based on official or approved sources • Assist with monthly depreciation entries and fixed asset updates • Perform payroll journal voucher entries • Maintain remittance records for foreign currency payments • Ensure expenses are recorded in the correct accounting period and posted to the appropriate account codes • Support month-end closing activities and other ad hoc finance duties as assigned Requirements • Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline • At least 5 years of relevant Accounts Payable or accounting experience • Hands-on experience in AP invoice processing, reconciliations, payment preparation, and accounting entries • Experience with SAP preferred • Good understanding of invoice processing, payment cycles, reconciliations, and general accounting entries • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications • Meticulous, organized, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment • Fast learner with the ability to adapt quickly to systems, processes, and business requirements • Able to work independently and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders • Candidates who are available to start immediately or on short notice will be preferred Additional Information • This role is offered on a 4-month contract basis for maternity cover • Completion bonus payable upon successful completion of the contract, subject to satisfactory performance • Please note that only one position is available, and appointment will be based on the candidate’s experience and suitability