Accounts Payable Officer
AI summary
Proten International is hiring an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to manage invoice processing, vendor payments, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role involves handling local and foreign payments, bank reconciliations, and supporting financial controls. Candidates should have 9–12 years of relevant experience and a degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 9–12 years of accounts payable or finance experience required
- Handles local and foreign payments and trade documentation
- Professional accounting qualification is an advantage
- Apply by emailing CV to recruitment@protenintl.com
- Application deadline is 8th October, 2026
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- Required9+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
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- RequiredAvailability to work in Port HarcourtThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Original source description
Our client is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to manage invoice processing, vendor payments, reconciliations, payment documentation, and related accounting activities.
The role will ensure timely and accurate processing of local and foreign payments while maintaining proper financial records and supporting effective financial controls.
Responsibilities
- Remit collections to designated customer accounts and ensure accurate posting into the accounting system.
- Clear operating accounts and ensure outstanding items are properly reconciled.
- Process local and foreign payments, including contractor, vendor, transporter, CHA, and other operational payments.
- Download and update bank statements regularly and perform bank and payment reconciliations.
- Identify and resolve invoice, payment, and reconciliation discrepancies promptly.
- Prepare and submit daily and periodic financial/MIS reports as required.
- Process salaries and other approved payments for drivers and miscellaneous staff.
- Manage cash transactions, cash payments, and proper cash records in line with company procedures.
- Handle payments relating to LCs, Form M, advance payments, NXP/NESS, VC5, WHT, freight, travel, and other approved transactions.
- Support the Finance & Accounts team with financial controls, reconciliations, and other accounting activities as required.
- Reconcile unidentified collections and liaise with relevant departments, customers, and banks to resolve discrepancies.
- Process and post invoices, payment vouchers, cheques, and other accounts payable transactions accurately and on time.
- Verify invoices against purchase orders, supporting documents, and approved payment requests before processing.
- Maintain accurate records of all payments, invoices, vouchers, and supporting documentation.
- Ensure proper filing and maintenance of payment vouchers and other accounting records.
Requirements
- Excellent communication, reporting, and interpersonal skills.
- Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Experience
processing both local and foreign payments and related trade documentation is required.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, integrity, and ability to work effectively within a team.
9–12 years' relevant experience, preferably in Accounts Payable or a similar finance function.
Professional accounting qualification or membership of a recognized accounting body is an advantage.
Strong working knowledge of accounts payable processes, invoice processing, payment procedures, and reconciliations.
Good knowledge of accounting processes, financial controls, and record-keeping.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Strong analytical, numerical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:
recruitment@protenintl.com
using "Accounts Payable Officer' as the subject of the email.
Note:
Only qualified candidates would be contacted.
Application
Deadline:
8th October, 2026.
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