SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance.
Job DescriptionPerform day to day tasks within the Procure to Pay (P2P) stream such as daily invoice processing (PO and Non-PO), expense reports audit, as well as support month-end closing activities.
The performance should meet the requirements defined in the SLA/KPI’s.
Timely and accurate review, validation, and processing of incoming invoices (e.g., PO, Non-PO, credit card statements) to accounting system.
Ensure that invoices are properly coded and booked in accordance to SGS Chart of Accounts.
Verify that the invoices comply with SGS policies and procedures.
Audit travel and expense liquidation in accordance with existing rules and regulations.
Process prepayments and follow up on prepaid invoices.
Handle supplier statements and vendor inquiries.
Provide support and assistance to colleagues with respect to accounting information
Respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders regarding outstanding P2P inquiries (e.g. invoices, payments, travel, and expenses audit responses).
Follow up on match exceptions and coordinate with Business and Procurement for the resolution.
Work closely with R2R team in ensuring that no AP transactions are outstanding in the bank reconciliation.
Follow up on transactions on the long-outstanding items in the Accounts Payables Trial Balance (Ageing)
Follow up on open Purchase Orders and invoices on hold
Prepare and review accruals and any other month end P2P transactions
Assist in AP Subledger close and other month end activities
Ensure monthly checklists are completed signed off by P2P Specialist/P2P Supervisor.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Accounting, Business or Finance
General knowledge of accounting principles
2+ years of professional experience in Procure to Pay
Experience in financial systems (knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite – nice to have
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, preferably in Accounting, Business or Finance
- 2+ years of professional experience in Procure to Pay
- General knowledge of accounting principles
- Experience in financial systems (knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite - nice to have)
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.
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What We Do
SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection, and Certification company, providing quality and safety control services.
