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 world—from 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

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