Purchase Executive

JOB DESCRIPTION:

A Purchase Accountant manages the full procurement-to-pay cycle, verifying purchase orders, reconciling vendor invoices with receiving reports, and ensuring accurate ledger postings. They maintain vendor relationships, handle accounts payable, and generate purchasing reports to support inventory management and budgetary compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Management: Review, approve, and process purchase orders (POs) and contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Invoice Processing & Verification: Match, batch, and code invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents (three-way matching) for timely payment.
• Vendor Management: Maintain vendor records, reconcile supplier statements, and resolve discrepancies in billing or shipments.
• Financial Recording & Reporting: Post transactions to the general ledger, perform monthly account reconciliations, and prepare reports on spending and inventory.
• Budgetary Control: Collaborate with departments to monitor expenses against budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities. Mississippi Department of Education +10

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Experience: 2–5 years in purchasing, accounts payable, or general accounting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Core Competencies: Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, negotiation abilities, and understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS). Indeed +3

JOB TYPE:

Full Time

NOTE:

Candidate must have knowledge of Purchase with Main Contractors.

Job Type: Full-time