Ap Accountant

Position Summary: The Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant owns the accuracy, control, and continuous improvement of the AP function. In addition to overseeing core AP processes, this role leads process optimization initiatives and supports system upgrades, migrations, and integrations. The role also provides guidance and review oversight for AP Executive(s). Job Description: 1. Oversee and review vendor invoice processing, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and proper matching against supporting documents (PO, DO/GRN, contracts) 2. Ensure payment requests comply with company policy and the approval matrix; act as escalation point for complex or exception cases 3. Oversee vendor payment runs in accordance with the company's payment schedule, including urgent/expedited payments 4. Review and approve month-end cost accruals and ensure completeness of AP-related closing entries 5. Oversee monthly vendor reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies 6. Lead month-end closing activities for accounts payable 7. Identify and drive process improvement initiatives within AP to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls 8. Design, document, and maintain AP policies, SOPs, and process workflows, ensuring alignment with company policy and audit/compliance requirements 9. Analyze AP data and metrics (e.g., aging, DPO, exception rates) to identify trends, risks, or bottlenecks, and recommend corrective actions 10. Partner with IT, Finance Systems, and cross-functional teams on automation initiatives (e.g., invoice automation, e-invoicing, payment automation) 11. Review and guide the work of AP Executive(s); provide training and support as needed 12. Support internal control assessments and audit requirements, including SOX/compliance testing where applicable 13. Perform other ad hoc tasks as assigned Qualifications Needed: 1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 2. 3-5 years of relevant AP/accounting experience, preferably including exposure to process improvement or system implementation projects 3. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is required 4. Good command of both spoken and written English is needed for liaising with international colleagues. (Mandarin proficiency will be advantageous) 5. Strong attention to detail and accuracy 6. Analytical mindset with the ability to identify process gaps and propose improvements 7. Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting 8. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines 9. Good interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with vendors and internal stakeholders 10. Prior experience mentoring or reviewing junior staff work is a plus