Senior Associate - Accounts Payable - Amman
Job description
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The opportunity
As EY advances it’s All In strategy across the MENA region, we are committed to transforming businesses through the power of people, technology, and innovation. The role of Accounts Payable (AP) is crucial in ensuring our firm’s liabilities are accurately stated and that our balance sheet reflects the correct position of our vendors. With the expansion of our service lines in MENA, we are seeking additional support for our AP function.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Invoice Management:
- Retrieve vendor invoices from the central mailbox and local office submissions.
- Validate invoices for duplication, quantity, pricing, legal entity information, dates, PO numbers, and VAT status.
- Ensure business owner approval for non-PO invoices.
- Submission and Tracking:
- Send scanned invoices and any relevant attachments to the VIM email, including necessary details such as company code, material code, GL code, WBS, vendor ID, currency, amount, and PO number.
- Monitor invoice status in VIM and follow up with approvers as needed until posted.
- Reporting and Payments:
- Generate weekly reports of outstanding posted invoices for the country finance lead and MSL, facilitating payment runs.
- Check outstanding expense claims weekly, ensuring all supporting documents are attached for reimbursement.
- Vendor Coordination:
- Prepare payments through the banking portal, including adding new beneficiaries as required.
- Clear open line items in clearing bank accounts post-payment release.
- Maintain vendor records and assist in the creation of new vendor accounts, ensuring compliance with necessary documentation.
- Collaboration and Improvement:
- Coordinate with vendors for reconciliation of outstanding accounts payable.
- Identify risks and inconsistencies, escalating issues to the lead as necessary.
- Develop strong working relationships with the extended finance team and participate in improvement initiatives.
Skills and Attributes for Success
- Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach.
- Excellent analytical and numeracy skills, with keen attention to detail.
- Effective time management skills, capable of balancing multiple priorities.
- Eagerness to learn and share knowledge within the team.
- Ability to work under pressure and contribute as a team player.
To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have:
- Experience in a fast-paced environment, ideally within a professional services firm, with familiarity in SAP.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships at all levels within the firm.
- I am proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Detail-oriented with a passion for analyzing and solving complex issues.
- A finance-related degree or progress towards an accountancy qualification, with experience in a consultancy environment preferred.
What We Look For
We seek individuals who excel in listening, collaboration, influence, and commercial acumen. Thriving in a diverse, multi-cultural environment and demonstrating exceptional quality and passion for your work will set you up for success.
What Working for EY Offers
We provide a competitive compensation package that rewards performance and recognizes the value you bring. Our offerings include:
- Exposure to industry-leading colleagues and clients.
- Support, feedback, and coaching in a culture that values operational excellence.
- Career growth potential within the MENA region and globally.
- A culture that encourages skill development and personal growth.
What We Offer You
At EY, we’ll equip you with future-focused skills and world-class experiences in a flexible, diverse, and inclusive environment. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
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