Accounts Payable Officer at KingMakers

Job Title Accounts Payable Officer

Location: Lagos

Job Type: On-site

About KingMakers:

Welcome to King Makers, where our mission is to revolutionize sports and gaming entertainment across Africa. Since our establishment in 2018, we have evolved into a prominent player in the industry, connecting millions of users to exhilarating sports and gaming experiences.

We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, where every team member is empowered to challenge the status quo and contribute to meaningful change. Our dedication to inspiring and providing value to the communities we serve drives us forward every day.

Join Our Team:

We are searching for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Officer to manage our financial obligations and ensure our vendors are paid accurately and on time. This pivotal role will require you to oversee the full accounts payable process, from invoice verification to payment processing, as well as resolving any discrepancies that may arise.

In this position, you’ll collaborate with various departments, ensuring that our financial operations run smoothly and effectively. If you have a passion for finance, a strong attention to detail, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to have you on board!

Your Key Responsibilities:

Vendor Management:
- Responsible for the processing and posting of vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Responsible for the posting of all customers’ deposits and withdrawals
- Verify invoices for proper documentation, approval, and general ledger coding
- Ensuring completeness and accuracy as well as confirmation of balances with internal and other related parties, where applicable
- Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate records of payments, credits, and outstanding balances.
- Communicate with vendors, responding to inquiries and resolving issues.
- Maintain relationships with key vendors and negotiate payment terms.
- Process employee expense reports and reimbursements.
- Any other Ad-hoc activities assigned by the Head of Finance Operations or CFO

Perform monthly closing procedures:
- Assist with month-end closing and financial reporting.
- Preparation of Audit schedules where necessary

Risk Management and Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts
- Ensure adequate filing of support documents and records
- Ensure queries and escalations/fall outs from accounts are corrected timely
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes

Requirements:

We are looking for candidates who meet these qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar role.
Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) is an added advantage
Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles and processes.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (experience with ERP systems is a plus).
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Experience in a fast-paced environment, particularly in the gaming or entertainment industry, is a plus.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
A proactive mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.