About Us:
Oceanic is a world leading marine services provider, Part of V.Group, that offers catering management for Merchant vessels, hotel and hospitality operations, procurement, logistics and consultancy services for the Cruise sector, catering and housekeeping services for the Offshore sector, hospitality and culinary training, SeaMed24 Medical Solutions, Marine Stores, Health and Wellbeing services and is seeking to recruit, an Accounts Payable Accountant in the Finance department.
The successful candidate will be based in the Company’s offices in Limassol.
Purpose of the Job:
To maintain up-to-date financial records for the entities assigned to him/her and produce timely and accurate reports
Key Responsibilities and Tasks:
Enhancing Operating Model
:• Consistently demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and ability to maintain positive relationships even underdifficult circumstances.
• Maintain high ethical standards and treat people with respect and dignity
.• Demonstrate an awareness of his / her own strengths and development needs.
Innovate:
• Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions and resources to achieve objectives.
• Identify continuous improvement and efficiency in the AP process.Drive Organic Growth:
• Keep abreast of existing and new supplier related developments within or outside of the company as ensurethat we follow group policies
.• Prepare reports for senior management both locally and at Group level
• Preparation of AP reporting.
Drive inorganic Growth:
• Collect relevant financial information for suppliers who could be a target for potential acquisition.
Maintain Financial Discipline:
• Ensuring that all primary supplier related data such as bank transactions, reconciliations are properly recorded bySSC
.• Reviewing and overseeing the deliverables provided by the SSC and providing regular feedback in order tomaintain a high level of performance
.• Ensuring that the financial records of OCL assigned to him/her, are properly maintained and checked.
•Achieving timely settlement of payables with the following:
1. Purchase invoices are issued, uploaded, and posted in a timely manner and as per OCL requirements andpolicies
.2. Statements are requested regularly and in a timely manner.
3. Ensuring that all standing data relating to the suppliers are correctly reflected in the system andregularly updated.
4. Following up disputes and ensuring that they are cleared.
5. Regular telephone communication with the suppliers to establish a line of contact and ensure thatall matters are addressed the soonest as well as assisting in maintaining a good relationship.
6. Properly escalate issues with the AP Manager to ensure prompt action
.• To maintain up-to-date financial records for the entities assigned to him/her and produce timely andaccurate reports
.• Making sure that all supplier related variances are investigated and adjusted where necessary
.• Assisting in the preparation of the rebate report as well as being responsible for the collection of rebates.
• Preparation of the weekly payment run when needed.
• Deal with entity Auditors
.• Any other duties, which the AP Manager may require to be carried out.
Qualifications:
- University degree in Accounting or related LCCI higher qualification with no experience
- Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel.
- Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Excellent oral and written English skills required
- Ability to work under pressure and manage conflicting deadlines
- High accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively with an ethnically diverse team.
- Ability work and prioritise in a deadline-oriented environment
What you can expect:
- Competitive Remuneration Package
- Medical insurance scheme for you and your family members
- Competitive Provident Fund
- Continuous professional learning and development opportunities within an international group, working alongside industry’s leaders
- Hybrid work
- Numerous employee engagement activities
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.
