Investment Operations Officer​/Accounts Payable Officer

Position: Investment Operations Officer / Accounts Payable Officer
Role Description

The Investment Operations Officer / Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for supporting investment-related administrative activities, coordinating financial transaction processing, and managing accounts payable operations to maintain accurate financial records and efficient payment procedures. This role combines investment operations support, financial documentation, invoice processing, payment coordination, account reconciliation, and internal reporting to support financial accuracy, operational control, and organizational efficiency.

Investment operations responsibilities include maintaining investment records, organizing transaction documentation, monitoring transaction status, and coordinating the processing of investment-related activities in accordance with established procedures. The officer assists with reviewing transaction details, verifying supporting documents, updating investment databases, and preparing operational reports. Duties also include coordinating with internal finance teams, investment administrators, and relevant service providers to resolve discrepancies, track pending transactions, and maintain accurate records of investment activities.

The role supports the timely processing of transactions and helps ensure that operational procedures are consistently followed.

Accounts payable responsibilities involve receiving, reviewing, verifying, and processing supplier invoices, payment requests, expense claims, and related financial documents. The officer checks invoice details against purchase orders, contracts, delivery records, and approval requirements to confirm accuracy and completeness. Additional duties include maintaining supplier accounts, recording transactions in accounting systems, preparing payment schedules, monitoring outstanding invoices, and coordinating payment approvals. The officer also communicates with suppliers and internal departments to clarify discrepancies, resolve billing issues, and ensure that payments are processed according to agreed terms and organizational policies.

Financial control and reconciliation responsibilities include reconciling supplier statements, reviewing transaction records, investigating discrepancies, and maintaining supporting documentation for financial reporting and audit purposes. The officer assists with month-end closing activities, monitors outstanding balances, tracks payment deadlines, and prepares summaries of financial transactions. Duties may also include supporting cash flow monitoring, maintaining accurate expense records, and ensuring that financial information is properly documented and accessible.

The role requires careful handling of confidential financial information and consistent adherence to internal controls.

The position works closely with finance teams, investment personnel, procurement departments, suppliers, and external service providers to coordinate financial transactions and maintain reliable records. The officer updates accounting and investment systems, prepares regular reports, monitors pending activities, and identifies opportunities to improve processing efficiency. Through accurate investment operations support, effective accounts payable administration, and systematic financial reconciliation, the role contributes to financial transparency, timely payments, reliable reporting, and sound operational management.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Investment Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Understanding of investment operations, financial transaction processing, accounts payable procedures, and basic accounting principles.
• Ability to review invoices, verify payment requests, maintain transaction records, and organize financial documentation.
• Knowledge of supplier account management, invoice matching, payment scheduling, and account reconciliation.
• Understanding of investment transaction records, supporting documentation, operational controls, and financial reporting procedures.
• Familiarity with accounting software, enterprise resource planning systems, spreadsheets, and financial management platforms.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, investigate payment issues, and coordinate corrective actions with relevant departments.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, particularly when handling payment deadlines and multiple transactions.
• High attention to detail when reviewing financial data,…