Assistant Accounts Payable (AP) Manager

BEN LINE AGENCIES (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Singapore is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead the accounts payable team. The role includes overseeing the full AP cycle, ensuring compliance with company policies, and timely vendor payments. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and have at least 5 years of AP experience, including 2 years in a supervisory position. Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the accounts payable team.
• Oversee the full AP cycle, including invoice processing and payment runs.
• Ensure timely payments to vendors.

Skills

Accounts payable management

Financial controls understanding

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

QuickBooks

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the accounts payable team, providing training, guidance, and performance management.
• Oversee the full AP cycle including invoice processing, payment runs, expense claims, and vendor reconciliation.
• Review and ensure accuracy of invoices, approvals, and account coding in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure timely payments to vendors and compliance with contractual payment terms.
• Monitor AP aging reports and manage outstanding balances to maintain healthy vendor relationships.
• Handle escalated vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a professional and timely manner.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, and other internal teams to resolve invoice and payment issues.
• Support month-end closing activities, including accruals, account reconciliations, and reporting.
• Drive process improvements and implement best practices to increase efficiency and control.
• Maintain proper documentation and support internal and external audit requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of AP processes, financial controls, and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to cross-functional work.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ERP systems and AP automation tools.
• Knowledge of the procure-to-pay (P2P) process.
• Familiarity with multi-currency and regional AP operations.
• Experience in generating and analyzing AP-related reports.