Job Description

Job Title:

Accounts Payable Controller
Department: Finance
Reporting Lines: Reports to Accounts Payable Supervisor

Job Purpose:

As a member of our dynamic finance team, you will be integral to the Accounts Payable (AP) function.
Your primary responsibilities will include ensuring accurate processing and matching purchase invoices to receipt notes and purchase orders, and promptly addressing any discrepancies and queries.
You must be an experienced AP accounts controller, skilled in high-volume processing while maintaining the highest level of accuracy. Additionally, you should be a supportive team member, capable of leveraging your knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities:

Invoice validation through capture. Manage AP mailboxes ensuring supplier queries are dealt with promptly. Manage and process a high volume of supplier invoices using the Unit 4 financials system. Coding of overhead purchase invoices and match against purchase orders. Process property invoices for rent, service charge, insurance and rates. Accurately match stock invoices against PO's, quantities received, price, and currency, ensuring charges are correct. Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve purchase order, pricing, and stock discrepancies. Update and maintain daily stock reports. Ensure trade and settlement discounts are correctly applied. Take ownership of ledger reconciliations and work with suppliers to resolve discrepancies. Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers. Prepare weekly accounts payable statistics reports. Other Ad-hoc duties as required.

Skills & Experience:

Five years of experience in an accounts payable role. Proven ability to manage reporting data and perform analysis. Skilled in reviewing and resolving issues on statement reconciliations. Experience working with international suppliers. Preferable experience in stock matching. Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word. Familiarity with Unit4 or similar accounting software, with a solid understanding of system functionalities. Strong ability to priorities workload and meet deadlines.

Job Profile:

Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team player.

Competencies

Enthusiasm: Can demonstrate enthusiasm in their work, in the brand and in the product ranges. Can embrace our mission and vision. Understands the importance of fun and has a positive 'can-do' attitude. Flexibility: Prepared to work in a changing environment and understands the need to offer flexibility at times of pressure. Accurate: Excellent administration skills, quality driven and attentive to detail. Articulate: Able to communicate clearly and in a professional manner in order to achieve results and support colleagues and clients. Self Motivated: Self driven and able to work effectively without supervision Teamwork and collaboration: A good team player who understands the need to work together and support colleagues.

About 1840 & Company

1840 & Company is a global leader in Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and remote talent solutions, dedicated to propelling businesses forward through our comprehensive suite of services. We specialize in connecting companies with world-class freelance professionals and delivering top-tier outsourcing services, across over 150 countries worldwide.

Our mission is to empower growth for forward-thinking businesses, seamlessly bridging any skill or resource gaps with our expertly vetted talent pool. We firmly believe in fostering an environment where exceptional individuals can achieve an optimal work-life balance, working remotely from any location, while maximizing their professional growth and earning potential.

We are headquartered in Overland Park, KS, USA with service delivery facilities in the Philippines, India, Ukraine, South Africa and Argentina. We invite you to explore the opportunities we offer and consider joining our exclusive network of global freelance talent. Visit www.1840andco.com to learn more about us. To explore a wealth of career opportunities and find a role that suits your unique skills and aspirations, please visit our dedicated jobs portal at jobs.1840andco.com.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.