Payables Processor

Corporate:
Light & Wonder’s corporate team is comprised of incredible talent that works across the enterprise, defying boundaries to provide essential services in an extraordinary manner to ensure the success of the organization and the well-being of employees.

Position Summary

Job Description

Light and Wonder (L&W) is seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented AP Processor to join our Accounts Payable team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end processing of vendor invoices, statement reconciliations, and timely resolution of AP-related queries. A meticulous approach to work, sound accounting knowledge, and strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Invoice Processing & Payments

• Process high volumes of vendor invoices accurately and within agreed turnaround times (TAT).
• Perform 2-way and 3-way PO matching (purchase order, goods receipt, and invoice) to validate invoices prior to approval.
• Process credit memos in accordance with established procedures.
• Ensure invoices are coded to the correct GL accounts, cost centers, and projects.

Vendor & Statement Management

• Conduct regular review and reconciliation of vendor statements (SOA) against the AP subledger.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between vendor invoices and internal records.
• Collaborate with the Supplier Maintenance team to onboard new vendors or update existing vendor master data.

Approvals & Stakeholder Communication

• Investigate and follow up on slow or pending invoice approvals to prevent payment delays.
• Liaise with the Procurement team to resolve PO mismatches, price variances, and invoice holds.
• Manage internal and external stakeholder queries relating to invoice status and payment ETA.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure all invoices and payments comply with company policies, tax requirements, and internal controls.
• Support the team in adhering to SOX controls and audit trail requirements.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting (B.Com / M.Com preferred).
• 1–3 years of hands-on experience in an Accounts Payable.
• Prior experience in a shared services or high-volume invoice processing environment is advantageous.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Oracle Financials (AP module) is required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Navision is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, basic formulas for AP reporting and reconciliation).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Knowledge & Competencies

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Comfortable working in a work-from-office (WFO) model.
• Sound understanding of the procure-to-pay (P2P) cycle and AP best practices.
• Knowledge of applicable tax requirements (GST, TDS, WHT) as they relate to vendor payments.
• Familiarity with internal controls, SOX compliance, and audit requirements in an AP context.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional stakeholder engagement.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently.

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