EY (Ernst & Young)
Job Description:
At EY, our financial systems are critical to driving our business forward. The Accounts Payable (AP) department plays a pivotal role in managing cash flow and fostering relationships with our business partners by ensuring accurate, efficient, and timely processing of payments.
Objectives of this Role:
- Support the company in optimizing financial transactions and systems.
- Strengthen vendor relationships through timely payments and effective communication.
- Streamline and enhance the accounts payable process.
- Uphold integrity and confidentiality in financial reporting.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the offshore AP team located in India, ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Maintain relationships with Procurement, ensuring timely and accurate vendor setup.
- Review invoices for completeness and accuracy before processing.
- Conduct monthly vendor reconciliations prior to payment.
- Secure timely approvals for foreign payments in accordance with SARB regulations.
- Act as the primary contact for BBBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) related queries on vendor spend.
- Lead and manage ad-hoc projects within the AP domain as required.
- Provide support to senior financial officers as needed.
- Eventually serve as the escalation point for AP issues in Africa.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Understanding of finance and accounting principles.
- Excellent time management and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
- Previous experience in accounts payable.
- Proficiency with SAP and banking tools/interfaces.
- Ability to engage effectively across various organizational levels.
Supervision Responsibilities:
- Self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Capability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Adaptability to dynamic work environments and changing priorities.
- Ability to build strong relationships based on trust and integrity.
About EY: EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services, and one of the Big Four accounting firms. We operate as a network of member firms in multiple countries, dedicated to helping businesses navigate complex challenges and achieve sustainable growth.
If you are a skilled professional looking to contribute to our dynamic team and drive excellence in financial operations, we invite you to apply for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at EY.
To apply for this job please visit careers.ey.com.
