Accounts Payable– T&E

 About L.E.K. :

L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consulting firm with offices across Europe, the Americas and Asia-Pacific. We advise clients on their key strategic issues, leveraging our deep industry expertise and analytical rigor to help them make informed decisions and solve their toughest and most critical business problems. L.E.K. provides a comprehensive range of capabilities around the globe, including Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Performance Improvement. We have deep expertise and a proven track record in a broad range of industries.

Founded in London in 1983, we now employ more than 1,600 professionals worldwide across 21 offices.

Position Overview

The Accounts Payable T&E will report to Shared service center and work within the wider Global Team with exposure to senior individuals within the wider business. The role is responsible for accounts Payable related work which include supplier payment, T&E, AP reporting, vendor set up and query resolution.

Success in this role demands a highly motivated, engaging, outcome-oriented individual as the position is integral to the firm’s operational objectives and reputation. The individual will have excellent attention to detail and maintain a high standard of output. They will need to have a proactive approach and ensure they are able to priorities and work in an efficient and effective manner

Key Responsibilities

 Accounts Payable – T&E

•  Maintain Accounts Payable with reconciliation and maintenance of the sub-ledgers including processing all local and overseas creditor payments and general ledger entries as required.
•  Monitor and control the monthly expense process including following up with employees, accurately filing supporting documentation and classifying expenses.
•  Accuracy and timeliness of accounts payable reporting, reconciliations and information.
•  Efficiency and effectiveness of the accounts payable system in supporting L.E.K.’s objectives and continuous improvement culture.
•  Responsiveness to routine internal and external customer queries and requests in a timely manner.
• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries.
• Maintains accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions.
• Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Disburses petty cash by recording entry; verifying documentation.
• Balance account payable to the General Ledger monthly
• Ensure that all honorarium invoices are authorized by case team leader prior to being processed through the system
• Ensure the correct General Ledger codes are used and recorded on the invoices
• Reconcile invoices to supplier’s statement.
• Handle all accounts payable queries
• Review, investigate and develop more efficient methods, procedures and processes to fulfill and meet the accounts payable obligations and needs
• Liaise with external suppliers and internal claimants to achieve compliance with systems, procedures and processes

Candidate Requirements

•  Minimum 2-4 years of experience in accounting or finance related disciplines
•  Undergraduate degree in Finance or Commerce related discipline
•  Professional services background is preferred
•  Strong knowledge of Accounting principles, practices and procedures
•  Proficient in Excel and prior experience with an ERP system is preferred
•  Experience with online expense management systems
•  High attention to detail and responsiveness to customer queries

Benefits And Perks

• We are among the best paying firms globally
• Generous time away
• Wellness benefits – Health Insurance, Wellness Apps, Gym reimbursement, etc.