PathCare Kenya was started on 25th November, 2002 by Dr. Kiran Radia as the Chief Executive Officer. PathCare is a private, Kenyan owned professional laboratory, which provides services to clinicians and their patients in collaboration with Pathcare South Africa, one of the leading pathology groups. PathCare strives to promote the health of the population...

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Accounts Payable & Supply Chain Optimization Specialist

Job Type

Full Time

Qualification

BA/BSc/HND

Experience

3 years

Location

Nairobi

Job Field

Finance / Accounting / Audit , Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain

Duties & Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Duties:

• Invoice Processing: Review, verify, and process vendor invoices in a timely manner.
• Payment Management: Prepare and execute payments, ensuring compliance with company policies and timelines.
• Vendor Relations: Liaise with vendors to resolve discrepancies, respond to inquiries, and maintain positive relationships.
• Reconciliation: Perform regular accounts payable reconciliations and assist in month-end financial close processes.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all accounts payable transactions.
• Reporting: Generate accounts payable reports, including aging analysis and cash flow projections.

Supply Chain Optimization Duties:

• Procurement Efficiency: Support the procurement team in optimizing inventory levels, reducing lead times, and managing supplier performance.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and process improvements in the supply chain.
• Vendor Management: Assist in supplier selection, negotiations, and establishing long-term partnerships to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
• Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels of critical lab supplies, reagents, and equipment to avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Data Analysis: Analyze procurement and spending data to identify trends, optimize procurement strategies, and reduce costs.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all supply chain activities adhere to regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in accounts payable and/or supply chain management, preferably in the healthcare or medical laboratory industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial processes, accounting principles, and procurement best practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with ERP systems and data analysis tools is a plus.

• Invoice Processing: Review, verify, and process vendor invoices in a timely manner.
• Payment Management: Prepare and execute payments, ensuring compliance with company policies and timelines.
• Vendor Relations: Liaise with vendors to resolve discrepancies, respond to inquiries, and maintain positive relationships.
• Reconciliation: Perform regular accounts payable reconciliations and assist in month-end financial close processes.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all accounts payable transactions.
• Reporting: Generate accounts payable reports, including aging analysis and cash flow projections.
• Procurement Efficiency: Support the procurement team in optimizing inventory levels, reducing lead times, and managing supplier performance.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and process improvements in the supply chain.
• Vendor Management: Assist in supplier selection, negotiations, and establishing long-term partnerships to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
• Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels of critical lab supplies, reagents, and equipment to avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Data Analysis: Analyze procurement and spending data to identify trends, optimize procurement strategies, and reduce costs.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all supply chain activities adhere to regulatory requirements and internal policies.

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with ERP systems and data analysis tools is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in accounts payable and/or supply chain management, preferably in the healthcare or medical laboratory industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial processes, accounting principles, and procurement best practices.