Account Payables Officer Job

Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries is one of Nigeria's leading pharmaceutical companies, dedicated to providing premium, affordable medical treatments. We have been manufacturing pharmaceutical and health products for over 40 years. We are promoting unlimited wellness by offering innovative, long-lasting medical solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Account Payables Officer

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Summary

• The Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for processing supplier invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments, maintaining vendor accounts, and supporting financial controls in line with company policies and accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities
Invoice Processing & Payments:

• Verify and process supplier invoices accurately and on time.
• Perform 3-way matching (PO, GRN, Invoice) where applicable.
• Prepare and process payment runs (bank transfers, cheques, electronic payments).
• Ensure adherence to agreed payment terms and cash flow planning.

Vendor Management:

• Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor queries and manage payment-related communications.

Accounting & Reporting:

• Post AP transactions accurately in the ERP/accounting system.
• Reconcile the AP sub-ledger with the general ledger.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare AP ageing reports and analysis.

Compliance & Controls:

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, approval workflows, and delegation of authority.
• Support internal, external, and statutory audits.
• Ensure compliance with tax requirements such as withholding tax and VAT

Process Improvement & Support:

• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiency.
• Support automation and ERP enhancements.
• Maintain proper documentation and records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Accounts Payable
• A professional qualification (ICAN or ACCA equivalent) is an added advantage.

Key Competencies:

• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of AP processes and controls
• Time management and the ability to meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment with clear career growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical insurance, pension, and other employee benefits.