Job Overview
Fiji Airways is looking for a highly motivated individual to fill the role of Finance Specialist – Accounts Payable and Payments. The successful incumbent will support the efficient and correct execution of financial transactions pertaining to vendor payments, reconciliations, and general accounting operations. Your contributions will be critical to the airline’s financial stability and reputation. This role reports to the Team Leader – Accounts Payable and Payments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in accurate and timely entry of invoices into ther accounting system.
- Verify invoice details, including coding, approvals, and adherence to payment terms.
- Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies or issues with invoices.
- Assist in preparing and processing payments, including electronic fund transfers, wire transfers, and checks.
- Ensure payments are made in accordance with established procedures and timelines.
- Liaise with vendors and service providers to resolve payment-related inquiries and discrepancies.
- Assist in reconciling vendor statements to accounts payable records.
- Contribute to the preparation of routine financial reports related to accounts payable and payments.
- Assist in generating data for analysis on payment trends and vendor performance.
- Collaborate with team memebers and contrubute ideas on process improvements to enahance efficiency and accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, and company policies.
- Undertakes training opportunities to enahance financial knowledge and skills.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Some experience or internship in accounting and finance is preferred.
- Basic understanding of financial principles, regulations, and internal controls.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication skills for interacting with team members and vendors.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
Applications are open to all Fijians. Former employees of Fiji Airways or Fiji Link are welcome to apply. All shortlisted applicants will be contacted for next steps of the recruitment process. If you are interested in this opportunity, visit www.fijiairways.com/our-careers and apply online.
Applications close on Monday, 2 October 2023