Job title: Accounts Payable Officer Job at ReelFruit
Company:
Job description: ReelFruit (www.reelfruit.com), founded in 2012, is the market leader in the healthy snack category, pioneering the introduction of healthy dried fruit as a snack in the Nigerian market. The company was founded on a mission to build a scalable agribusiness to add value to raw materials locally and produce, package and distribute locally made snacks that could sit on any shelf in the world!We are recruiting to fill the position below:Job Position: Accounts Payable OfficerJob Location: Yaba, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-timeJob Summary
- As an Accounts Payable Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments while maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
- You will also be in charge of the petty cash.
- Your role will be integral in supporting the financial operations of the company and ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities
Accounts Payable Management:
- Accurately process vendor invoices, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
- Manage and reconcile vendor accounts, promptly resolving discrepancies or disputes.
- Monitor accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
- Process and reconcile staff expense reimbursements in line with company policies.
- Assist with tracking and execution of bank-related instructions, including payment follow-ups.
Petty Cash Management:
- Oversee Lagos and regional petty cash disbursement, ensuring proper authorization and documentation.
- Reconcile petty cash accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Monitor cash flow and ensure funds are available for operational needs.
Reconciliation & Reporting:
- Perform periodic reconciliation of vendor statements, accounts payable records, and bank transactions.
- Assist in preparing financial reports, including monthly and quarterly accounts payable summaries.
- Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
Compliance & Internal Controls:
- Ensure all financial transactions comply with tax laws, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
- Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and supporting documents.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs.
Qualifications, Experience & Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or other related fields.
- 1-2 years of experience in accounts payable, preferably in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
- Professional certificate (e.g. ACA, ACCA, & CIMA) is an added advantage.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, especially Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
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Location: Yaba, Lagos State
Job date: Mon, 31 Mar 2025 07:27:58 GMT