Job Summary:
The Accounts Payable Specialist II manages the General Ledger and Accounts Payable departments. Oversees the Fixed Asset, General Ledger, and Accounts Payable systems.

Responsibilities:
Maintains a complete and accurate general ledger in accordance with US/Local GAAP and reporting schedule so the liaison office can keep a full and reliable statement of its financial position.

Validates compliance of AP voucher for compliance with group policy and internal regulation.

Supports monthly expense reporting.

Assists treasury coordination between the company and local vendors and confirms payments to suppliers.

Prepares VAT tax report and tax payments. Checks and clarifies with tax consultant or tax agent if necessary. Files tax returns in accordance with income tax and withholding tax regulations.

Collects, compiles, verifies, analyzes, and reconciles financial information and prepares financial reports and bank reconciliation to assist management in making financial decisions based on accurate and timely information.

Ad hoc projects related to AP and others.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree, applicable certification or equivalent experience.
• Typically requires 2-4 years of professional experience, and general proficiency with tools, systems, and procedures required to accomplish the job.
• Travel: None
• Work Schedule: Standard Hours

Career Band: Professional
Jobs on this career band have a knowledge management focus and are primarily responsible for results achieved through their own work. Requires the application of theoretical knowledge, typically gained through formal education or equivalent work experience that provides knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts of a defined profession. Jobs at higher career levels may guide small teams in their area of subject matter expertise. Jobs at the at the most senior levels of this career band set disciplinary strategy within their areas of expertise.

Criteria & Management Requirements:
• Problem Solving: Solves a variety of problems that may be somewhat difficult and varied in nature. Consults with staff members on more complex issues.
• Decisions: Exercises judgment within defined parameters to make decisions on tasks with limited scope or complexity. Receives moderate level of guidance and direction on complex tasks.
• Knowledge: Working knowledge of the principles, practices and concepts within own job discipline; has broadened capability through practical experience in applying theories.
• Business Acumen: Understands key business drivers; demonstrates knowledge of the organization and processes; uses this understanding to accomplish their own work.
• Communication & Influence: Explains and simplifies complex information to others; leads the coordination of information to ensure ongoing process or program execution.
• Impact: Impact is typically limited to the department.
• Leadership: No supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment: Typical Office

Other Work Environment Requirements: 
Typical Office: Operates in a typical office environment, routinely uses computer and other standard office equipment.

Other Physical Requirements: 
Typical Office: Generally sedentary for prolonged periods, may occasionally require ability to move about or adjust/move items weighing up to 10 lbs. in all directions; Constantly requires collaboration and the ability to communicate with others to exchange information while in a typical office setting. Collaboration is generally conducted in person unless the role has been pre-approved for remote work.

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.