Payment Officer

Accounting / Auditing / Finance

About the Employer

Job Description

PAYMENT OFFICER

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and responsible Payment Officer to join our Finance Department at Feed Mill. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in payment processing and be capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and confidentiality.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Process supplier, customer and other payments accurately and within agreed timelines.
  • Verify invoices, supporting documents and payment requests for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  • Prepare payment vouchers and process bank transfers, cheques and online payments.
  • Reconcile supplier statements, bank transactions and payment records.
  • Maintain proper payment documentation and filing systems.
  • Coordinate with banks, suppliers and internal departments to resolve payment-related issues.
  • Assist in cash flow planning and payment scheduling.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls and statutory requirements.
  • Generate payment reports and support month-end and year-end closing activities.
  • Support other finance-related functions.

Preference will be given to candidates residing in close proximity to the Hanwella area.

Send your Resume to :

careers@pussalla.com

Apply on or before 21st July 2026

Requirements

  • Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Professional qualifications such as AAT, CA Sri Lanka, CIMA, or ACCA (partly qualified) will be a distinct advantage.
  • Excellent computer literacy.
  • Hands-on experience with SAP accounting software packages and ERP systems.
  • Experience in Acc Soft accounting software.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis).
  • Ability to prepare accurate financial records and reports.
  • Minimum 2 years' proven experience in payment processing or accounts payable functions.
  • Experience in a medium or large organization will be an added advantage.
  • Below 30 years.