Payables Accountant

Accounts Payable Operations

• Vendor accounting & monthly reconciliation
• Ensuring all local invoices have a CUI number and the name & PIN of Bosch is indicated in the KRA portal for the same.
• Intercompany quarterly reconciliation and follow up on invoices not on our end for processing and payment.
• WHT WH Rent and WHVAT accounting for all invoices -both local and foreign.
• Foreign supplier payments follow-up
• Blocked invoice analysis & timely resolution
• External internal and other regulatory audits support

Payment Execution (Non-Treasury)

• Automatic payment runs (local and foreign suppliers)
• Manual payments: payroll customs imports taxes etc
• WH Taxes calculation and follow-up including support to vendors etc
• Support in tracking import VAT recovery
• Supporting documentation preparation & archiving
• Coordination with banks on payments with collaboration from Treasury.

KEY FUNCTIONAL AREAS & MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Vendor Invoice Processing & Archiving
   • Process scan route through workflow (WF) and post vendor invoices on PM7 and P38. Weekly manually check and archive duplicate uploads on PM7 and POE. 
2. Payment Execution & Cash Outflow Management
   • Prepare bi-weekly and month-end payments manually clear payments via F-53 and handle intercompany (IC) payment processing payments follow-ups and allocations. 
3. Vendor Account Reconciliation & Dispute Resolution
   • Conduct quarterly vendor account reconciliations (including intercompany accounts) monthly clearing of unallocated items and monthly account aging. Resolve billing discrepancies manage partner disputes and lead regular feedback meetings. 
4. General Ledger (GL) & System Clearing
   • Perform weekly Goods Receipt / Invoice Receipt (GRIR) clearing (via F.13 automatic and F-03 manual allocation) and manual clearing of vendor accounts via F-44. 
5. Vendor Master Data Management & Procurement Support
   • Maintain the Vendor Master Database applying 4-eyed principles to onboarding. Support purchasing with Purchase Order (PO) creation GL accounts onboarding compliance and financial advice when engaging suppliers. 
6. Internal System Administration & Technical Support
   • Monitor Celonis performance reports perform manual APM PM7 synchronizations and act as a PM7 key user (resolving issues training associates on approval workflows and coordinating with BD). 
7. Credit Card Expense & Travel Management
   • Audit reconcile and support onboarding for corporate credit cards and Uber accounts while ensuring strict usage policy compliance. 
8. Compliance Tax & Audit Management
   • Drive tax compliance coordinate document provision and vendor follow-up on tax issues with regulatory bodies (OBR (Head of Finance) C/TXR (internal Bosch Tax Unit) EY (as tax advisor or any other tax advisor onboard) and support external auditors on AP topics with documentation and reconciliations. 
9. Logistics & Strategic Cross-Department Collaboration
   • Work closely with Logistics to keep Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) accounts up-to-date secure customs documentation compliance and organize cross-functional alignment meetings. 
10. Financial Close Reporting & Process Excellence
    • Prepare accruals (annual/bi-annual) complete year-end closures and generate assigned payables reports (open/overdue items). Proactively identify inefficiencies to implement process improvements conduct payment training/sensitization meetings and act as a proxy or execute other tasks assigned by the Head of Finance. 

Qualifications :

Professional (Must Haves)

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles accounts payable processes and financial controls.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems such as SAP Oracle ERP Microsoft Dynamics 365 or NetSuite.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and reporting.
• Knowledge of tax regulations invoice management reconciliations and audit requirements.
• Professional certifications such as CPA ACCA CIMA or equivalent are an added advantage.
• Experience in invoice processing payment runs vendor accounts and reconciliations.

Experience 

• Typically 35 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable or Finance.
• Proven experience working with large transaction volumes and meeting strict deadlines.
• Experience improving processes implementing controls or supporting ERP system enhancements.
• Exposure to month-end and year-end financial close activities.
• Experience working with auditors and handling compliance-related matters.

Personality

Communication

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional and diplomatic when dealing with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance staff.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Results-driven with a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Interpersonal Skills

• Team player who collaborates well across departments.
• Customer-service mindset when supporting vendors and employees.
• Adaptable and open to change especially in technology and process improvements.

Additional Information :

By choice we are committed to a diverse workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. Robert Bosch welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time