Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable (AP):
- Lead and supervise the AP team responsible for invoice processing in a shared service center.
- Review invoices for accuracy, correct coding, and proper authorization in line with company policies.
- Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, including VAT and withholding tax.
- Oversee vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in coordination with Procurement, Operations, Vendors, JV partner or other stakeholders.
- Provide AP-related reporting and support for month-end and year-end closing activities.
Fixed Assets (FA):
- Oversee FA accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, impairment, transfers, and disposals.
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date FA registers, including projects under construction (CIP).
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company accounting policies.
- Coordinate periodic physical verification of fixed assets and resolve variances.
- Prepare FA reports and schedules for management and auditors.
Leadership & Compliance:
- Manage, coach, and develop the AP & FA team to deliver high-quality services in a shared service environment.
- Standardize and streamline AP & FA processes to ensure efficiency and consistency.
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with audit and statutory requirements.
- Act as the primary contact for auditors on AP & FA matters.
- Drive continuous improvement and automation initiatives.
- Provide management with accurate reporting and analysis to support decision-making.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting field.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in AP and FA.
- Strong knowledge of accounting standards and tax compliance (VAT and withholding tax).
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, or equivalent) and MS Excel.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to deliver under deadlines.
