Accounts Payable Clerk

PowerFleet Inc.; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to ensure accurate financial controls, supplier processing, and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years in finance administration, strong skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365, and advanced Excel capabilities. You will work in a fast-paced environment, maintaining compliance and identifying process improvements. This role promotes diversity and equal opportunity within the workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Accounts Payable or finance administration.
• Experience with foreign vendors and multi-currency transactions.
• Strong knowledge of AP processes and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate processing of supplier invoices across multiple entities.
• Assist in overseeing AP operations and supporting team members.
• Prepare and review creditor reconciliations for month-end close.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Financial Administration

Advanced Excel

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Education

Tertiary qualification in finance or accounting

Matric

Tools

SAP Concur

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

About Powerfleet

Powerfleet (Nasdaq: AIOT; JSE: PWR) is a global leader in the artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) software-as-a-service (SaaS) mobile asset industry. With more than 30 years of experience, Powerfleet unifies business operations through the ingestion, harmonization, and integration of data—regardless of source—and delivers actionable insights to help companies meet their strategic objectives around Safety, Compliance, Efficiency and Sustainability. Our people-first culture and relentless innovation empower customers to achieve measurable, sustainable business improvements. Powerfleet serves over 2.6 million subscribers across more than 48,000 customers in 120 countries, with commercial operations across every major continent.

About the Role

We’re seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our Global Finance Shared Services Centre in Stellenbosch. This role is critical in ensuring strong financial controls, accurate supplier processing, and timely reconciliations across multiple regions and vendors. You will assist the AP Manager and collaborate with team members to maintain compliance, efficiency, and operational excellence in a fast-paced shared services environment.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working with both local and foreign vendors, adept at keeping administrative records up to date, and skilled in leveraging technology to streamline AP processes. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and advanced Excel skills will be a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices across multiple entities.
• Maintain a strong control environment by adhering to internal policies and statutory requirements.
• Assist the AP Manager in overseeing AP operations and supporting team members.
• Prepare and review creditor reconciliations, ensuring accuracy for month‑end close.
• Reconcile supplier statements to invoices in the accounting system.
• Manage vendor queries efficiently, fostering strong supplier relationships.
• Load and process supplier payments within agreed timelines.
• Support compliance with VAT and other regulatory requirements.
• Keep administrative records and documentation up to date.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to efficiency initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Accounts Payable or finance administration, preferably in a shared services environment.
• Tertiary qualification in finance, accounting, or related field (advantageous).
• Matric.
• Strong knowledge of AP processes, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Experience working with foreign vendors and multi‑currency transactions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and SAP Concur (advantageous).
• Advanced Excel skills, including reconciliations, pivot tables, and lookups.
• Understanding of SARS VAT requirements.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines under pressure.
• Own transport required.

Powerfleet is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that reflects the rich diversity of South Africa. We are committed to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and Broad‑Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) and actively seek to empower suitably qualified candidates from designated groups. We believe that inclusion and diversity are key to innovation, growth, and shared success.