Procure to Pay Accountant

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

• Timely and accurate review, validation and processing of incoming invoices (e.g. PO, Non-PO, credit card statements) to accounting system.
• Ensuring that invoices are properly coded and booked in accordance to SGS Chart of Accounts.
• Verifying that the invoices comply with SGS policies and procedures.
• Auditing travel and expense liquidation in accordance with existing rules and regulations.
• Processing prepayments and follow up on prepaid invoices
• Handling statements and vendor inquiries
• Assisting in AP Subledger close and other month end activities

Ensure monthly checklists are completed by the month end and signed off by Senior Accountant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Accounting, Business or Finance
• 2+ years of professional experience in Procure to Pay – Invoice Processing, Month End Close, Reconciliation and Cash and Bank – nice to have
• General knowledge of accounting principles – nice to have
• Experience in financial systems (knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have)

Additional Information

• Experience in dealing with clients
• Organized, with administrative skills
• Ability to adapt quickly and demonstrate flexibility
• Able to work independently
• Strong team player
• Customer service oriented
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• Detail oriented
• Focus on achieving results and continuous improvement
• Knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have