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Job DescriptionAccounts Payable Management
- Review, verify and processing of PO based invoices (including manual matching).
- Processing of non-PO based invoices (including proper coding of invoices to general ledger accounts/cost centers and routing for approval).
- Ensure timely settlement of vendor obligations and employee expense claims.
- Monitor accounts payable aging and resolve outstanding issues.
- Ensure invoices are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with company policies and approval workflows.
- Monitor, process and resolve invoice exceptions (incorrect or missing PO reference, price and quantity variance, incorrect GL coding, tax discrepancies, missing approval and etc.), blocked invoices, and payment issues.
Accounting & Financial Controls
- Ensure proper accounting treatment of procurement and payables transactions.
- Perform account reconciliations related to accounts payable, accruals, and supplier balances.
- Support regular closing activities.
- Record journal entries related to accruals, invoice adjustments, and other R2P transactions.
- Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards and corporate policies.
Compliance & Internal Controls
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, delegation of authority requirements, and financial controls.
- Maintain complete and accurate audit trails for all transactions.
- Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
- Identify and escalate process risks, control issues, or policy violations.
Process Improvement & Collaboration
- Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Treasury, and business units to resolve invoices and payment-related issues.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and customer service.
- Support ERP system enhancements, testing, and implementation activities.
- Assist in documenting procedures and updating process documentation.
PROFILE
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience
- 2–4 years of experience in accounting, accounts payable, or Requisition-to-Pay/Procure-to-Pay functions.
- Strong ERP system experience, preferably Oracle.
- Experience in a shared services or multinational environment is an advantage.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Good understanding of procurement and accounts payable processes.
- Knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Customer-focused and collaborative approach.
Experience in dealing with clients
Organized, with administrative skills
Ability to adapt quickly and demonstrate flexibility
Able to work independently
Strong team player
Customer service oriented
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Detail oriented
Focus on achieving results and continuous improvement
Knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- 2-4 years experience in accounting, accounts payable, or Procure-to-Pay/Requisition-to-Pay functions
- ERP system experience
- Experience with Oracle (preferred)
- Knowledge of procurement and accounts payable processes
- Knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of Oracle E-Business Suite
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Customer-focused and collaborative approach
- Ability to work independently
- Experience in shared services or multinational environment
- Experience supporting ERP system enhancements, testing, and implementation activities
SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.
SGS Insights
What We Do
SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection, and Certification company, providing quality and safety control services.
