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Accounts Payable Specialist
2026-07-01T15:32:23+00:00
Zimworx
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FULL_TIME
Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Consulting
Accounting & Finance, Admin & Office
ZMW
MONTH
2026-07-15T17:00:00+00:00
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We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to manage vendor invoices, maintain accurate AP records, support payment processing and month-end activities, and ensure timely, accurate financial transactions using ERP and AP automation systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently through the Accounts Payable automation platform.
  • Review invoices for completeness, assign appropriate General Ledger coding, and route invoices through approval workflows.
  • Ensure invoices are recorded against the correct entity, department, cost center, and subsidiary.
  • Monitor invoice status and ensure timely processing in accordance with payment terms.
  • Maintain accurate vendor master records, including:
    • Vendor setup
    • Banking information
    • Tax documentation
    • Record updates
  • Communicate professionally with vendors regarding invoice status, payment inquiries, and account-related questions.
  • Support weekly payment run preparation by validating approved invoices and identifying duplicate or incorrect transactions.
  • Reconcile Accounts Payable sub-ledgers to the General Ledger.
  • Assist with month-end accruals for outstanding invoices.
  • Ensure Accounts Payable records remain accurate and audit-ready.
  • Support annual vendor tax reporting activities, including identification of reportable vendors and preparation of supporting documentation.
  • Maintain organized digital records and supporting documentation for all Accounts Payable transactions.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
  • Escalate invoice coding questions, purchase order discrepancies, and vendor disputes to the Accounts Payable Manager.
  • Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes and workflow efficiency.
  • Assist with finance projects and additional accounting responsibilities as required.

Required Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of accounts payable experience in a multi-entity or shared-services environment
  • Working knowledge of NetSuite or comparable ERP (SAP, Oracle, Sage Intacct); NetSuite strongly preferred
  • Experience with an AP automation or document management platform (Kefron, Bill.com, Stampli, or similar)
  • Strong command of written English — clear, professional vendor communication is required
  • Intermediate Excel proficiency (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, data filters)
  • Detail-oriented with strong data accuracy and a low error rate on high-volume transaction processing
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment with evolving processes and systems

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Experience supporting a US-based finance team in an offshore or remote capacity
  • Familiarity with US vendor compliance requirements (W-9, 1099-NEC/MISC)
  • Exposure to construction, utilities, or real estate industries
  • NetSuite OneWorld multi-subsidiary experience
  • Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently through the Accounts Payable automation platform.
  • Review invoices for completeness, assign appropriate General Ledger coding, and route invoices through approval workflows.
  • Ensure invoices are recorded against the correct entity, department, cost center, and subsidiary.
  • Monitor invoice status and ensure timely processing in accordance with payment terms.
  • Maintain accurate vendor master records, including: Vendor setup, Banking information, Tax documentation, Record updates.
  • Communicate professionally with vendors regarding invoice status, payment inquiries, and account-related questions.
  • Support weekly payment run preparation by validating approved invoices and identifying duplicate or incorrect transactions.
  • Reconcile Accounts Payable sub-ledgers to the General Ledger.
  • Assist with month-end accruals for outstanding invoices.
  • Ensure Accounts Payable records remain accurate and audit-ready.
  • Support annual vendor tax reporting activities, including identification of reportable vendors and preparation of supporting documentation.
  • Maintain organized digital records and supporting documentation for all Accounts Payable transactions.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
  • Escalate invoice coding questions, purchase order discrepancies, and vendor disputes to the Accounts Payable Manager.
  • Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes and workflow efficiency.
  • Assist with finance projects and additional accounting responsibilities as required.
  • NetSuite or comparable ERP (SAP, Oracle, Sage Intacct)
  • AP automation or document management platform (Kefron, Bill.com, Stampli, or similar)
  • Strong command of written English
  • Intermediate Excel proficiency (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, data filters)
  • Detail-oriented
  • Strong data accuracy
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment
  • 2+ years of accounts payable experience in a multi-entity or shared-services environment
  • Working knowledge of NetSuite or comparable ERP (SAP, Oracle, Sage Intacct); NetSuite strongly preferred
  • Experience with an AP automation or document management platform (Kefron, Bill.com, Stampli, or similar)
  • Strong command of written English — clear, professional vendor communication is required
  • Intermediate Excel proficiency (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, data filters)
  • Detail-oriented with strong data accuracy and a low error rate on high-volume transaction processing
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment with evolving processes and systems
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Preferred)
  • Experience supporting a US-based finance team in an offshore or remote capacity (Preferred)
  • Familiarity with US vendor compliance requirements (W-9, 1099-NEC/MISC) (Preferred)
  • Exposure to construction, utilities, or real estate industries (Preferred)
  • NetSuite OneWorld multi-subsidiary experience (Preferred)
bachelor degree
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JOB-6a45330731e56

Vacancy title:
Accounts Payable Specialist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Accounting & Finance, Admin & Office]

Jobs at:
Zimworx

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, July 15 2026

Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 1 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to manage vendor invoices, maintain accurate AP records, support payment processing and month-end activities, and ensure timely, accurate financial transactions using ERP and AP automation systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently through the Accounts Payable automation platform.
  • Review invoices for completeness, assign appropriate General Ledger coding, and route invoices through approval workflows.
  • Ensure invoices are recorded against the correct entity, department, cost center, and subsidiary.
  • Monitor invoice status and ensure timely processing in accordance with payment terms.
  • Maintain accurate vendor master records, including:
    • Vendor setup
    • Banking information
    • Tax documentation
    • Record updates
  • Communicate professionally with vendors regarding invoice status, payment inquiries, and account-related questions.
  • Support weekly payment run preparation by validating approved invoices and identifying duplicate or incorrect transactions.
  • Reconcile Accounts Payable sub-ledgers to the General Ledger.
  • Assist with month-end accruals for outstanding invoices.
  • Ensure Accounts Payable records remain accurate and audit-ready.
  • Support annual vendor tax reporting activities, including identification of reportable vendors and preparation of supporting documentation.
  • Maintain organized digital records and supporting documentation for all Accounts Payable transactions.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
  • Escalate invoice coding questions, purchase order discrepancies, and vendor disputes to the Accounts Payable Manager.
  • Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes and workflow efficiency.
  • Assist with finance projects and additional accounting responsibilities as required.

Required Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of accounts payable experience in a multi-entity or shared-services environment
  • Working knowledge of NetSuite or comparable ERP (SAP, Oracle, Sage Intacct); NetSuite strongly preferred
  • Experience with an AP automation or document management platform (Kefron, Bill.com, Stampli, or similar)
  • Strong command of written English — clear, professional vendor communication is required
  • Intermediate Excel proficiency (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, data filters)
  • Detail-oriented with strong data accuracy and a low error rate on high-volume transaction processing
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment with evolving processes and systems

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Experience supporting a US-based finance team in an offshore or remote capacity
  • Familiarity with US vendor compliance requirements (W-9, 1099-NEC/MISC)
  • Exposure to construction, utilities, or real estate industries
  • NetSuite OneWorld multi-subsidiary experience

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Accounting/ Finance jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, July 15 2026
Duty Station: Lusaka | Lusaka
Posted: 01-07-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 01-07-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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