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