Payables Processor

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Position Summary

Job Description

Light and Wonder (L&W) is seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented AP Processor to join our Accounts Payable team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end processing of vendor invoices statement reconciliations and timely resolution of AP-related queries. A meticulous approach to work sound accounting knowledge and strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Invoice Processing & Payments

• Process high volumes of vendor invoices accurately and within agreed turnaround times (TAT).
• Perform 2-way and 3-way PO matching (purchase order goods receipt and invoice) to validate invoices prior to approval.
• Process credit memos in accordance with established procedures.
• Ensure invoices are coded to the correct GL accounts cost centers and projects.

Vendor & Statement Management

• Conduct regular review and reconciliation of vendor statements (SOA) against the AP subledger.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between vendor invoices and internal records.
• Collaborate with the Supplier Maintenance team to onboard new vendors or update existing vendor master data.

Approvals & Stakeholder Communication

• Investigate and follow up on slow or pending invoice approvals to prevent payment delays.
• Liaise with the Procurement team to resolve PO mismatches price variances and invoice holds.
• Manage internal and external stakeholder queries relating to invoice status and payment ETA.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure all invoices and payments comply with company policies tax requirements and internal controls.
• Support the team in adhering to SOX controls and audit trail requirements.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Commerce Finance or Accounting ( / preferred).
• 13 years of hands-on experience in an Accounts Payable.
• Prior experience in a shared services or high-volume invoice processing environment is advantageous.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Oracle Financials (AP module) is required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Navision is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP pivot tables basic formulas for AP reporting and reconciliation).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Knowledge & Competencies

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
• Comfortable working in a work-from-office (WFO) model.
• Sound understanding of the procure-to-pay (P2P) cycle and AP best practices.
• Knowledge of applicable tax requirements (GST TDS WHT) as they relate to vendor payments.
• Familiarity with internal controls SOX compliance and audit requirements in an AP context.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional stakeholder engagement.
• Positive proactive attitude with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently.

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