Accounts Payable Officer at African Industries Group

Company: African Industries Group (AIG)
Job Title: Accounts Payable Officer
Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Administration
Job Field: Accounting / Finance / Administration

African Industries Group (AIG) is a diversified global conglomerate with a 52-year history of business excellence and sustainable growth. Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, the group has contributed to Nigeria’s socio-economic growth and industrial development while remaining committed to nurturing and developing local communities.

Role Overview

African Industries Group is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join its team in Ikoyi, Lagos. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing invoices and payments, maintaining accurate vendor records, reconciling transactions and supporting efficient accounts payable operations.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices within 24 hours and ensure payments are completed within agreed timelines.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents.
• Verify approvals, supporting documentation, invoice amounts and compliance with the approval matrix.
• Ensure there is no duplication or overstatement of invoices.
• Resolve invoice and vendor discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor payable records.
• Record and reconcile transactions using Microsoft Excel and/or ERP systems.
• Prepare weekly and monthly MIS reports.
• Reconcile vendor payments and maintain proper financial records.
• Maintain organised physical and electronic records of processed invoices.
• Respond to vendor payment enquiries and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Follow up with business units on outstanding vendor payments.
• Monitor essential service payments to prevent disruption of services.
• Follow up on outstanding IOUs and ensure timely settlement.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Line Manager or Unit Head.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in Accounts Payable, Finance, Accounting or Administration.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good knowledge of invoice processing, reconciliation, vendor management and financial documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of ERP systems is an added advantage.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with deadlines and effectively manage multiple transactions.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to Jamal.ogidan@africanindustries.com using “Accounts Payable Officer – Ikoyi” as the subject of the email.

Application Closing Date: 24th September, 2026

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.