Accounts Payable (AP) Executive – Payments

Changi Airports International Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airport management company in Singapore is seeking an AP Executive (Payments) to manage vendor and employee payments accurately and timely, ensuring compliance with internal controls and company policies. Candidates should have 2–3 years of Accounts Payable experience, attention to detail, and familiarity with accounting systems. This operational role supports payment processing and requires strong organizational skills to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant Accounts Payable experience, with a strong focus on payments.
• Familiarity with accounting systems and online banking platforms.
• Ability to work independently and meet payment deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor and employee payments accurately and on time.
• Prepare payment runs, including bank transfers and telegraphic transfers.
• Ensure all payments are supported by proper documentation and approvals before processing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Payment processing

Accounting systems familiarity

Online banking platforms

Education

ITE, Diploma, or Degree in relevant field

Job description

Role Purpose

The AP Executive (Payments) is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor payments, ensuring compliance with internal controls, approval limits, and company policies. This role is operational in nature and focuses solely on payment execution and related controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor and employee payments (local and overseas) accurately and on time
• Prepare payment runs (bank transfers, GIRO, telegraphic transfers, etc.)
• Ensure all payments are supported by proper documentation and approvals before processing
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve payment-related queries and discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, Delegation of Authority (DOA), and finance policies
• Maintain proper payment documentation and audit trails
• Support month-end closing activities related to payments
• Support internal and external audits by providing payment documentation and explanations
• Assist with bank-related matters (e.g. payment rejections, confirmations)
• Ad-hoc finance support as required

Requirements

• Open to candidates from ITE, Diploma, Degree, or other relevant backgrounds
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant Accounts Payable experience, with strong focus on payments
• Familiar with accounting systems and online banking platforms
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to work independently and meet payment deadlines

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