Accounting Specialist - Shared Services

Location

Sri Lanka - Makola Kelanyia

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2026-05-01

Workplace

On-site

About Us:

We are Yokohama TWS, a leading global supplier of tires and complete wheels for the agricultural, material handling, construction, motorcycles segments.

We design and manufacture tire and wheel solutions made for the future. With a combination of value, safety and ease, our solutions provide a more productive and sustainable performance our customers demand.

We pair the expertise and power of our global reach with the care and knowledge of local proximity. This brings innovation, technology and sustainability together to answer the specific needs of our customers. All while continuing to reduce our and their impact on the planet.

Our people take ownership to deliver on this promise every day.

We are a global Company with a local reach, operating in more than 50 Countries worldwide with 5.300 employees of 40 different nationalities, 12 state-of-the-art plants and 4 innovation centers. We are part of Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., a global leader in the tire industry with 1094 billion yen in revenues (approx. 6.7 billion euro), approximately 34,000 people around the globe and with operations in more than 120 countries.

If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoy taking responsibilities and getting things done in the right way, join us! We are plenty of opportunities to grow and develop in a truly dynamic and easy-going environment.

About the opportunity

Accounts Payable is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, payments, and reconciliations in accordance with company policies, internal controls, and statutory requirements. The role also supports the month-end close process, vendor master data management, and audit requirements, contributing to the overall integrity of the company’s financial reporting. 

Key responsibilities include entering financial data into the ERP system and other supporting IT platforms, performing standard data validation, and verifying the correctness of entries made by other departments. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate financial records, facilitating timely payments, and maintaining effective cross-departmental communication for our international Yokohama TWS operation.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with deep accounting expertise and proficiency in ERP systems such as Infor M3, SAP and BPC. capable of thriving in a remote, cross-functional environment.

Your Role and Impact

 Invoice Processing

  • Process Non-PO and PO invoices, import invoices, freight invoices, and local supplier invoices through the VIM system
  • Ensure invoices are properly validated, coded, and approved in line with internal policies and accounting standards

Payment Processing

  • Prepare and process payment runs

Account Reconciliation

  • Perform reconciliations for import and local supplier accounts
  • Review and clear prepayments for goods not yet received
  • Investigate aged items and resolve discrepancies between purchase orders, pricing, and goods receipts (GR)

Reporting

  • Prepare month-end listings and supporting schedules
  • Post and review reclassifications and clearing account entries
  • Assist with accruals and other reporting requirements as part of the month-end close

Master Data Management 

  • Create, update, and maintain vendor master data in the ERP system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls

Email & Vendor Management 

  • Manage vendor-related correspondence, addressing queries promptly and maintaining strong supplier relationships

Other Duties 

  • Support internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation and explanations
  • Ensure compliance with GST and other relevant tax obligations
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and control within Accounts Payable operations

Your Eligibility

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance
  • Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in Accounts Payable or similar roles
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP or Infor M3 preferred)
  • Advanced Excel Skills, (pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis tools)
  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines
  • Basic experience and skills in MS Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to self-motivate and work independently
  • Ability to work under pressure and to monitor deadlines
  • English language speaking
  • Prior experience in a shared services role supporting other countries is a plus.

This role operates within a shared services model, providing fully online accounting and costing support to clients based overseas. The ideal candidate is comfortable navigating virtual collaboration platforms and maintaining high-quality service delivery in a remote setup and work location will be Yokohama TWS Lanka (Private) Limited – Makola, Sapugaskanda.

What we offer

If you think you’ve got what it takes and can offer what it demands, an attractive remuneration with many other benefits and world-class experience awaits you. Please visit www.yokohama-tws.com to learn more about the company and our way of working.

How to apply

If you are a dynamic and proactive professional looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you. Send in your resume along with a cover letter detailing how you can contribute to our team’s success to [email protected].

Responsible recruiter

Nisansala Wijeratna

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