Supplier Relationship Manager

Job description

Responsible for managing Accounts Payable operations and coordinating relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Coordinate day‑to‑day Accounts Payable activities; process supplier payments accurately within agreed terms; enter and post payments in the accounting system and allocate them to outstanding invoices; verify payment vouchers and supporting documents before obtaining authorized signatures; reconcile Accounts Payable balances with vendor ledger and General Ledger; maintain up‑to‑date supplier accounts and documentation; liaise with suppliers on invoices, payments, balances and queries; coordinate with Supply Chain on advance payments and ensure proper adjustment in financial statements; resolve discrepancies with suppliers and ensure timely invoice processing; manage month‑end closing for all AP accounts and prepare registers, reconciliations and reports; reconcile detailed AP reports to General Ledger and investigate differences; support preparation of financial information for management; ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls and procedures; maintain proper filing and audit‑ready records; support internal and external audits by providing documentation and verification; review AP transactions for appropriate approvals; identify and implement process improvements, increase electronic and automated AP workflows; work with senior management and stakeholders to continuously improve AP processes.

Requirements

• Proficient in Accounts Payable operations
• knowledge of accounting system entry and posting
• experience coordinating daily payment activities
• proficient in processing supplier payments within terms
• knowledge of payment voucher review and supporting documentation
• proficient in reconciling AP balances with General Ledger
• proficient in maintaining supplier accounts and documentation
• experience liaising with suppliers on invoices and queries
• knowledge of coordinating with Supply Chain on advance payments
• proficient in month‑end closing and preparing AP registers and reports
• experience preparing financial reports for management
• knowledge of financial controls and compliance
• proficient in filing and audit‑ready documentation
• experience supporting internal and external audits
• proficient in reviewing AP transactions for approvals
• experience improving AP processes and implementing electronic solutions
• knowledge of automation in AP workflows
• proficient in collaborating with senior management and stakeholders.

Skills