Accounts Payable Accountant

About this role

The role is to manage the hospital's accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, proper recording of liabilities, and supplier account reconciliations in line with policies and statutory requirements. It targets individuals with experience in accounts payable and related financial processes, within a hospital, healthcare, or inventory‑intensive environment. The employer focuses on recruitment and training services and operates to support clients’ strategic goals, including financial administration for supplier transactions. The position involves maintaining supplier records, supporting cash flow, and ensuring proper authorization and documentation in the accounting system.

What you would do

• Process supplier invoices, credit notes and other payable documents consistent with approvals.
• Code and post invoices to correct ledgers and cost centres.
• Record liabilities promptly and manage accruals for goods/services not yet invoiced.
• Identify duplicate or unauthorised invoices and rectify discrepancies.
• Maintain and reconcile supplier accounts and statements with the accounts payable ledger.
• Follow up on outstanding invoices and resolve payment issues with suppliers.
• Prepare payment schedules and process approved payments per terms and cash flow.
• Support cash flow forecasting with timely payment information.
• Coordinate with Procurement to validate invoices and goods received notes.
• Assist with month-end/year-end close and provide payable information for reporting.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (ICAN/ACCA) is an advantage.
• 4–5 years of relevant accounts payable or financial accounting experience.
• Experience in hospital, healthcare, manufacturing or inventory‑intensive settings is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable processes, reconciliations, accruals and Nigerian tax requirements.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
• Strong numerical, analytical and reconciliation skills.
• Attention to detail, integrity and confidentiality.
• Good communication and supplier relationship management.
• Ability to collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Stores and other departments.

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