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

       Accounts Payable Management

• Review, verify and processing of PO based invoices (including manual matching).
• Processing of non-PO based invoices (including proper coding of invoices to general ledger accounts/cost centers and routing for approval).
• Ensure timely settlement of vendor obligations and employee expense claims.
• Monitor accounts payable aging and resolve outstanding issues.
• Ensure invoices are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with company policies and approval workflows.
• Monitor, process and resolve invoice exceptions (incorrect or missing PO reference, price and quantity variance, incorrect GL coding, tax discrepancies, missing approval and etc.), blocked invoices, and payment issues.

      Accounting & Financial Controls

• Ensure proper accounting treatment of procurement and payables transactions.
• Perform account reconciliations related to accounts payable, accruals, and supplier balances.
• Support regular closing activities.
• Record journal entries related to accruals, invoice adjustments, and other R2P transactions.
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards and corporate policies.

      Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, delegation of authority requirements, and financial controls.
• Maintain complete and accurate audit trails for all transactions.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Identify and escalate process risks, control issues, or policy violations.

      Process Improvement & Collaboration

• Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Treasury, and business units to resolve invoices and payment-related issues.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and customer service.
• Support ERP system enhancements, testing, and implementation activities.
• Assist in documenting procedures and updating process documentation.

Qualifications

PROFILE

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience

• 2–4 years of experience in accounting, accounts payable, or Requisition-to-Pay/Procure-to-Pay functions.
• Strong ERP system experience, preferably Oracle.
• Experience in a shared services or multinational environment is an advantage.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Good understanding of procurement and accounts payable processes.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-focused and collaborative approach.

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