Accounts Payable Executive

Lagardere Travel Retail Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the travel retail sector is seeking an experienced professional for their Invoice and Accounts Payable team. The successful candidate will manage supplier invoices, ensure timely payments, and support financial compliance in a collaborative environment. Ideal applicants will possess a diploma in accounting and significant experience, particularly with SAP S4.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Meticulous and able to meet tight deadlines, especially during month-end closing.
• Good interpersonal skills and capable of liaising with various departments.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and payment requests accurately.
• Ensure timely payments to suppliers and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Assist in monthly closing activities and compliance with audit requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Communication skills

Self-starter

Team player

Education

Diploma in Accounting and Finance / Business

Tools

SAP S4 accounting system

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Invoice and accounts payable

• Process supplier invoices, staff claims, and payment requests with proper verification and approvals

• 3-way match process of purchase orders, goods received notes and invoices

• Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers via GIRO or bank transfers

• Perform vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner

• Maintain and update vendor master data

• Monitor aging reports and ensure timely payments

• Assist in monthly closing activities and preparation of accruals

• Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements

• Support external and internal audits by preparing necessary documentation

• Liaise with procurement, operations, and other departments to resolve invoice/payment issues

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• At least 2 to 3 years of experience in a similar role

• Minimum Diploma in Accounting and Finance / Business or equivalent

• Knowledge of SAP S4 accounting system will be advantageous

• Meticulous, collaborative, self-starter and team player

• Good interpersonal and communications skills

• Highly proficient in MS Office such as Excel

• Able to meet tight deadlines especially during month end closing period