Accounts Payable Specialist

**Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX**: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the worldfrom the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better.
Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future.
OBJECTIVES/ PURPOSE OF JOB
The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for overseeing and managing the accounts payable operations for our business within the APAC region. As an integral part of our Shared Services Center, this role requires efficient management of payable accounts to ensure smooth and compliant financial operations.
KEY ACTIVITIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES
Process invoices (both external and intercompany), ensuring that all bills and employee reimbursements are paid in an accurate and timely manner
Adhere to a tight control environment which abides by the company's previously defined internal control framework
Conduct daily financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, and recording accounts payable data
Facilitating payment methods like electronic transfers and checks, following proper approval processes
Aiding during financial audits by promptly supplying requested accounts payable records and reports
Liaising with the Purchasing Department to ensure all invoices have a corresponding purchase order, and any discrepancies are promptly addressed
Investigating and resolving payment problems while working with internal and external stakeholders
Performing daily procedures including maintaining accounts payable documentation for each processed transaction, posting and reconciling batches, researching and resolving payable issues with vendors
Monitoring the Accounts Payable mailbox, ensuring all queries, invoices, and other communications are handled promptly and professionally
Handle intercompany charging, post transactions, and manage the intercompany payment process.
Participate in the period-end close activities for intercompany accounts, including the preparation of intercompany account reconciliations, ageing analysis, and supporting schedules.
Facilitate the settlement process, coordinating with various entities for netting of intercompany balances.
EXPERIENCE
BSc/BA in accounting, finance or relevant field
3 - 5+ years of relevant experience
English required
Highly detail-oriented and able to work under tight deadlines
Customer service-oriented, with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Strong analytical and communication skills
Proven experience in accounts payable management
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with an excellent Excel working knowledge
**This position may be available in the following location(s)**: location_obj
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
[IF APPLICABLE] For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting pay for this role is between [$000,000.00 and $000,000.00] [or $00.00 - $00.00 per hour]. The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors.
[SHOULD BE INCLUDED WITH PAY TRANSPARENCY LANGUAGE IN THE PARAGRAPH ABOVE IF APPLICABLE] U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. They may also be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, a tuition reimbursement program (select degrees), company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive sick time, floating holidays and paid vacation.
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