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AP Accounting Officer
NIPPON EXPRESS GROUP. Promote task rotation, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning within the AP team.
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Accounts Payable processes, including invoice validation, accrual management, and compliance with local tax regulations. Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel functionalities to enhance financial reporting and operational efficiency.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Accounts Payable ManagementERP Systems ProficiencyAdvanced Excel SkillsVAT Declaration ComplianceFinancial Reporting
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Hard Skills
Invoice ValidationAccrual ManagementGeneral AccountingFinancial ReconciliationCost AllocationJournal EntriesVariance AnalysisSupplier Payment CoordinationProcess ImprovementCompliance with Accounting Standards
Soft Skills
Detail-OrientedTeam CollaborationCommunication SkillsEager to LearnKnowledge Sharing
Tools & Technologies
SAPCargoWiseMicrosoft Dynamics
Industry Keywords
Accounts PayableFinancial ProcessesLocal Tax RegulationsManagement ReportingAudit Support
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Promote task rotation, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning within the AP team.
- Execute daily AP team operations to ensure efficient workflow and timely, accurate payment activities.
- Validate, code, and book AP invoices, including general expenses and operational cost allocations.
- Develop operational knowledge in logistics to improve cost allocations and accrual controls.
- Manage accrual bookings, including follow-up and reconciliation of outstanding items.
- Coordinate supplier payments with internal departments according to payment terms.
- Coordinate with Facility and Asset Management teams on accounting and tracking of assets related to supplier invoices.
- Prepare and submit VAT declarations in compliance with local tax regulations.
- Review and approve supplier master data creation and updates.
- Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing through AP cut-off, reconciliation, and reporting.
- Prepare regular and ad-hoc management reports.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations, and accounting standards.
- Support audits by providing documentation and explanations.
- Assist with journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses for AP accounts.
- Ensure transactions are accurately posted to the correct ledger within established timelines.
- Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
- Communicate development needs and pursue internal or external training.
- Collaborate with AR and other Finance & Accounting functions to optimize end-to-end financial processes.
Requirements
What you’ll need- You hold a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a similar field.
- You bring 1–3 years of experience in AP or general accounting.
- You are confident in working with ERP systems such as SAP, CargoWise, or Microsoft Dynamics.
- You use Excel at an advanced level (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP).
- You communicate fluently in English.
- You enjoy working in a team, you are detail-oriented, and you are eager to develop yourself further.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Flexible working hours
- Company pension scheme
- Career development opportunities within a global organisation
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- 37.5-hour working week