Consultancy type: Six months. Full time. 

About the role

We are looking for a meticulous and dependable Payments Officer (Consultant) to manage global payment operations across our international entities. In this role, you will be responsible for processing vendor and employee payments through the XE platform integrated with Sage Intacct, ensuring all transactions are executed with accuracy, efficiency, and in full compliance with internal controls and financial policies. You will collaborate closely with regional finance teams, shared services, and accounts payable to resolve payment discrepancies, support audits, and contribute to continuous process improvement. This position requires strong attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to handle high-volume transactions with discretion and professionalism in a fast-paced, globally connected environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CAF, CA and CIMA) preferred.

• Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in payment processing or treasury operations, preferably in an international or multi-entity environment.

• Working knowledge of Sage Intacct ERP is desirable.

• Proven ability to manage high-volume transactions with precision and confidentiality.

• Strong reconciliation, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

• Effective communication skills to liaise with cross-border teams and vendors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process global vendor and employee payments using the XE payments platform integrated with Sage Intacct.

• Ensure that all payments are processed accurately, securely, and in a timely manner, in accordance with internal controls and global policies.

• Collaborate closely with Accounts Payable, Shared Services, and Regional Finance teams across global subsidiaries.

• Investigate and resolve payment errors, duplicate transactions, or delays, including any legacy issues.

• Maintain strict confidentiality and security over financial information and payment credentials.

• Assist in process documentation, audit support, and compliance reviews.

About ASI

ASI (Adam Smith International) is a global advisory company that works locally to transform lives by making economies stronger, societies safer, and governments more effective. We work on behalf of governments, foundations and companies that share our ambition to take on the big challenges facing the world. They come to us to develop strategies and to design, deliver and evaluate programmes that, in turn, stimulate economic growth, stability and good governance.

For nearly three decades in almost 100 countries, we have been working in partnership with governments, the private sector and civil society in countries at all stages of development.

Our core team of staff and technical experts, in multiple offices around the world, ensures the quality of delivery and high ethical standards that we and our clients require. We bring together a global network of specialist experts, who contribute their experience and know-how, where and when it is needed.