Junior Accounts Payable Officer

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Company Description SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 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, compliance and sustainability. Job Description Provide support in ensuring proper, timely and accurate financial reporting to local management, as well as for statutory requirements on a regular basis. Review and process invoices, ensuring all supporting documents are complete and accurate. Process and coordinate payments related to government authorities and affiliated entities, ensuring full compliance with local regulations and timely settlement of obligations. Prepare and review purchase orders (POs) in accordance with company policies, ensuring accuracy, proper approvals, and alignment with budgetary requirements. Set up and maintain supplier records within the accounting system. Perform account reconciliations and prepare related financial reports. Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding invoice and payment status. Prepare and submit monthly reports covering all assigned responsibilities. Identify operational or financial issues and escalate them to management with recommendations. Ensure proper communication of procedural, system, or policy-related concerns through appropriate channels. Report any unethical practices, including breaches of integrity or improper payments. Qualifications Min 2-3 Years of experience University degree with Finance background Work experience in a finance department executing similar tasks Knowledgeable of current developments in finance and regulations in taxation Decisive, Assertive and Results Oriented Familiar with management statistical analysis Good communication skills. Fluent in English and any other languages are an advantage. Additional Information