Accounts Payable Accountant

SUMMARY:
Are you an experienced Accounts Payable Accountant with strong leadership skills and a keen eye for detail?

POSITION INFO:
My client is looking for a results-driven professional to oversee their full accounts payable function, ensure accurate and timeous processing, and drive process improvements.

This role is based in Sandton, Johannesburg North.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process.
• Supervise and support the accounts payable team to ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee the accurate capturing of high-volume transactions daily.
• Calculate and manage prepaid fund requirements on a daily basis.
• Review and approve commission calculations and recoveries.
• Authorise and review daily payment files for accuracy and compliance.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between internal and external reports.
• Liaise with IT support to log technical issues and system enhancement requests.
• Process journals and perform bank reconciliations.
• Ensure timely payment authorisations within strict deadlines.
• Conduct complex creditor reconciliations and review staff-prepared reconciliations.
• Analyse and review operational reports daily to drive efficiency.
• Assist with process automation, control improvements, and system enhancements.
• Prepare daily and monthly reports & dashboards for management.
• Address and resolve internal and external audit queries.
• Maintain supplier master data with accuracy.
• Respond promptly to financial and operational queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Support ad hoc projects and additional duties as required.
• Availability for overtime during peak periods.

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting or Finance related
• Solid experience in accounts payable with a proven track record in a similar role.
• Strong supervisory experience with the ability to manage and mentor a team.
• Advanced Excel and ERP system experience.
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.