Zones, a global leader in IT solutions with over 35 years of industry experience, is looking for a Supervisor Accounts Payable to join their team. This role is pivotal in managing vendor relationships, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, and supporting the overall Accounts Payable function within a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership skills, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities to guide the AP team and collaborate across departments to uphold best practices and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the timely processing of invoices, including Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) transactions, ensuring accurate matching and daily resolution of discrepancies.
- Investigate and resolve issues related to receiving or pricing discrepancies by working closely with AP representatives.
- Review vendor credit memos to identify their nature, such as returns or pricing adjustments.
- Prepare payment journals for upcoming check runs and maintain weekly updates of cash forecast spreadsheets.
- Post Accounts Payable debit records promptly, covering price protections, returns, credit card transactions, and prepayments.
- Monitor weekly aging reports and follow up on outstanding AP debit records by coordinating with suppliers and internal teams.
- Maintain regular communication with vendor accounts receivable teams to obtain monthly statements and reconcile them against outstanding payables.
- Keep detailed logs of printed and voided checks, reconcile physical checks, and review invoice-level support documentation for accuracy.
- Provide backup support for invoice processing during team absences and assist in training on new systems and process improvements.
- Identify process gaps and recommend enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Assist with weekly and monthly AP reporting, vendor setup reviews, and support audits and expense research as required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in Accounts Payable transaction processing within a high-volume environment.
- Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to maintain focus on broader financial goals.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities with accountability and ownership of responsibilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with management, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic work setting.
- Proficiency in intermediate Excel functions.
- Experience working with large ERP systems; familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics AX is advantageous.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
Zones fosters an inclusive and diverse workplace and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including life insurance, optional health insurance, Employee Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI), and a voluntary pension scheme aligned with company policy. Employees also benefit from perks such as complimentary meals and access to an on-site gym. The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a discrimination-free work environment. This position operates during night shift hours from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM Pakistan time.
This role presents an excellent opportunity to contribute to a global IT solutions leader while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative environment.