Accounts Payable Officer (Fixed-Term)

About the role

This entry‑level, fixed‑term position supports the Accounts Payable function by ensuring supplier invoices are verified, processed, reconciled and paid on time while complying with company policies and accounting standards. The role also assists with month‑end and year‑end close activities, audit support and the preparation of financial statements.

Key responsibilities

• Process internal payments within SLA, including claims, commissions, cash advances, premium movements and refunds.
• Process supplier payments within the 30‑day credit period and ensure accurate intercompany transaction processing.
• Handle statutory payments such as taxes, SHIF, NSSF, PAYE, regulatory levies and payroll deductions on a monthly basis.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of control accounts and supplier statements, resolving open items.
• Support month‑end closure activities, including intercompany journals, expense analysis and journal management.
• Prepare audit support schedules and provide required documentation for internal and external audits.
• Submit projected cash out‑flow to treasury for funding purposes.
• Maintain integrity of General Ledger accounts, posting adjusting entries and reprocessing returned payments within TAT.
• Produce monthly payables dashboard reports and balance‑sheet attestation.

Required profile

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing procedures and technology.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high quality work.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Organizational skills with focus on audit‑ready documentation.

Required skills