Senior Executive, Accounts Payable (European MNC - Tuas)

Location Singapore
Discipline: Accounting & Finance
Contact name: Karthik Balakrishnan

Contact email: karthikb@caliber8.sg
Job ref: 2334

Senior Executive, Accounts Payable (European MNC - Tuas)

Our client is a leading European logistics brand with its APAC HQ in Singapore.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide guidance and support to internal teams on AP invoice processing and payment workflows.
  • Manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable function, including vendor invoice verification, payment processing, and issue resolution.
  • Oversee month-end and year-end AP closing, including journal entries and variance analysis.
  • Process and verify vendor invoices, credit notes, and various payment methods (GIRO, cheque, direct debit, TT, cashier orders, etc.).
  • Review and manage travel expenses, refunds, down payments, and vendor reconciliations.
  • Address AP-related issues with internal departments, suppliers, and shared services teams.
  • Follow up on aged invoices, damage claims, and outstanding payments.
  • Conduct bank reconciliation for AP transactions, including backlog reviews.
  • Prepare aging reports, AP/AR netting, and financial summaries.
  • Verify SAP purchase requisitions, ensuring accurate GL coding and cost center allocations.
  • Maintain and update SAP master data for customers and suppliers.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements in AP workflows and financial controls.
  • Assist in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with policies and governance standards.
  • Handle finance system access requests for banking platforms, SAP, e-invoicing, and related systems.

 

Key Requirements:

  • Experience in Accounts Payable operations with a strong understanding of financial controls and compliance.
  • Proficiency in SAP is a strong advantage.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve AP discrepancies efficiently.
  • Good knowledge of corporate governance, internal controls, and financial processes.
  • Detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to thrive in a fast-paced finance environment.

 

Singapore citizen or PR only!