Senior Accountant – Foreign Accounts Payable

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to lead our foreign accounts payable function. You will ensure accurate invoice booking, timely payments, and compliance with audit standards while collaborating with suppliers and internal teams.

Key responsibilities

• Book foreign supplier invoices accurately and within defined timelines.
• Process supplier payments on time, including verification, reconciliations, follow‑ups, and correspondence with suppliers and internal departments.
• Perform month‑end closing activities, including general‑ledger reconciliations for assigned accounts.
• Handle vendor reconciliations and account analysis.
• Prepare daily payment plans for foreign vendors.
• Manage transactions related to Letters of Credit (LC) and Letters of Guarantee (LG).
• Address bank enquiries concerning payments, LCs, and LGs.
• Prepare audit‑related reports and schedules and support external auditors when required.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Minimum five years of experience in foreign accounts payable, preferably in a trading or logistics‑intensive environment.
• Hands‑on experience with Letters of Credit (LC) – mandatory.
• Good knowledge of Letters of Guarantee (LG) and international supplier payments.
• Audit experience and prior coordination with external auditors is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills and working knowledge of ERP platforms.

Required skills

• Proficiency with ERP platforms.
• Hands‑on processing of Letters of Credit (LC).
• Knowledge of Letters of Guarantee (LG).