Account Payable Officer

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Date: 14 Feb 2026

Location: Ibese DCT, Ibese DCT

Company: Dangote Industries Limited

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Officer ensures accurate processing and recording of vendor invoices and payments in compliance with company policies and regulations. The role is responsible for vendor reconciliations, proper voucher postings, and correct tax computations (WHT and VAT). The officer also coordinates with relevant departments to ensure all transactions are captured before period close.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of invoices and staff requisition forms before processing.

  • Review and control vendor payments at all levels (Central Office and Workshops).

  • Perform reconciliation of vendor accounts on a regular basis.

  • Post payment vouchers and retirement journal vouchers (JVs) accurately in the accounting system.

  • Reconcile accounts payable reports to confirm that all payments made are accurate and properly recorded.

  • Review all vendor transactions, including applicable taxes and correct General Ledger (GL) postings.

  • Review and supervise the posting of approved debit notes and payment advices to staff personal accounts.

  • Forward all approved debit notes to the Payroll Officer for deduction from monthly salaries.

  • Conduct periodic reconciliation of vendor accounts to ensure balances are accurate and up to date.

  • Liaise with the Stores/Procurement Department to follow up on outstanding bills and unresolved invoice issues.

  • Reconcile invoices received from the Stores Department with SAP postings to ensure all invoices are accurately captured in the system.

  • Ensure that all payment vouchers initiated by Accounting Officers are properly posted before the close of each accounting period.

  • Supervise the collation and documentation of paid vouchers for cash call reimbursement purposes.

  • Reconcile payments regularly to ensure the accounting system reflects accurate and complete transactions.

  • Ensure accurate computation and application of Withholding Tax (WHT) and Value Added Tax (VAT) in compliance with statutory regulations.

Requirements

  • Minimum of HND or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Progress toward or possession of a professional accounting qualification (ICAN, ACCA, ANAN) is an added advantage.
  • Hands-on experience in invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, and payment processing.
  • Experience working with ERP or accounting software (e.g., SAP,).
  • 2–5 years’ relevant experience in accounts payable or general accounting.

 

Benefits

  • Private Health Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Training & Development