• Lead and manage the accounts payable team, ensuring they are motivated, trained, and equipped to deliver high-quality work within specified timelines.
• Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice and payment processing, vendor statement reconciliations, and resolution of accounts payable discrepancies.
• Monitor and review expense claims and employee reimbursements, ensuring compliance with company policies and correct general ledger coding.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, including matching them with purchase orders, obtaining necessary approvals, and verifying relevant supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as Procurement and Finance, to resolve vendor-related issues, ensure accurate financial reporting, and drive process improvements.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors, investigating and resolving any payment or billing queries promptly and efficiently.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the accounts payable function and implement measures to achieve targets, such as invoice processing time, accuracy, and timeliness of payments.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements, identifying and addressing any potential risks, and assist with internal and external audits.
• Develop and maintain accounts payable policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to best practices.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on accounts payable performance, issues, and trends.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications will be an advantage, CA(SA)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Extensive knowledge of accounts payable processes, financial controls, and relevant regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve complex accounts payable issues.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and experience in working with ERP systems 
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and optimize accounts payable operations.
• Knowledge of tax regulations and VAT requirements will be an advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of work.

• Salary: negotiable
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Lindy Du Plessis at Hire Resolve