Sr, Analyst, Direct Accounts Payable - CAO Hiring

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accounts Payable Analyst to join our finance team. This role is responsible for overseeing end-to-end accounts payable processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing Invoice payments. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience with ERP systems, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, verify, and process invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Manage invoice matching (3-way/2-way), coding, approvals, and posting in ERP system.
• Handle vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, and payments.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and controls, as well as regulatory requirements (e.g., tax, audit).
• Analyze payment rejections, reconciling vendor statements, and coordinating with internal teams and suppliers to resolve issues.
• Support payment runs (weekly, monthly), including urgent and manual payments.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Receiving, and Treasury teams to streamline processes and resolve issues.
• Prepare and review AP reports including aging, accruals, and KPI metrics.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Provide support during internal and external audits, including documentation and analysis.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and automation projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in accounts payable or similar finance roles, preferably in a shared services or multinational environment.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end AP processes and controls.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle or similar) and MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage high volumes of transactions while maintaining accuracy.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and in dynamic environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with international payments and multi-currency transactions.
• Knowledge of tax regulations (VAT, GST, WHT).
• Familiarity with automated AP workflows and OCR tools 
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Key Competencies:

• Attention to detail
• Accountability and ownership
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Process-oriented mindset
• Team player with the ability to work independentlyFamiliarity with automated AP workflows and OCR tools