Accounts Payable officer

Position Overview:

We are currently searching for a skilled Accounts Payable Officer for a Finance team in Mauritius to join an exceptional team at our subsidiary in Switzerland. Proficiency in both French and English is required for this role.

Main Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing:
  • Handle invoice reception, scanning, recording in accounting systems, and obtaining necessary approvals.
• Invoice Review and Correspondence:
  • Review invoices and communicate with suppliers to update invoice details (company names, VAT numbers, addresses, VAT rates).
• Payment Proposals Preparation:
  • Prepare accurate payment proposals for timely processing.
• Vendor Balance Reconciliation:
  • Reconcile supplier balances with the general ledger.
• Vendor List Review and Updates:
  • Review and maintain vendor lists, ensuring accurate information.
• Accruals and Provisions Preparation:
  • Prepare interim accruals and provisions as required.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years in a similar role.
• Excel and IT Skills: Proficient in Excel and other standard computer applications (MS Office).
• Language Skills: Fluent in French with good proficiency in English (knowledge of German is advantageous).
• Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, efficient, and adaptable with strong teamwork and organizational skills.

Working hours: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Monday to Friday, including Mauritian public holidays. Day off on Swiss public holidays.

Application:

Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter detailing relevant experience and language abilities in French and English.