Accounts Payable Specialist

The Accounts Payable Specialist role is a full-time, on-site position based in Lahore, focused on managing the end-to-end accounts payable process for a hospitality group. The specialist will be responsible for processing supplier invoices, verifying supporting documentation, and ensuring timely and accurate payments. This role also involves reconciling supplier statements, handling expense claims, and assisting with month-end closing activities, including preparing and posting journal entries related to payables.

Key Responsibilities
- Process and validate supplier invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Administer employee expense claims and verify supporting documentation.
- Support month-end closing procedures by preparing and posting journal entries related to accounts payable.
- Maintain up-to-date records within the accounting system to ensure data integrity.
- Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to address and resolve invoice or payment queries.
- Contribute to continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounts payable operations.
- Uphold internal controls and compliance standards to support accurate financial reporting.
- Assist in generating financial reports related to payables for the group’s hospitality operations.

Required Qualifications
- ACCA part-qualified or a Master’s degree in Finance.
- A minimum of two years’ professional experience in the UK accounts payable or finance environment.

There are no additional preferred qualifications or benefits explicitly mentioned for this position. However, candidates with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving will thrive in this role. The position offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic hospitality group, contributing to the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the organization.