Accounts Payable Controller

Smith Garb And Associates Cc; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Garb And Associates Cc seeks an experienced Accounts Payable Controller to join its Finance Team in Atlantis, Cape Town. The role focuses on managing supplier accounts, processing invoices, reconciling statements, and ensuring timely payments.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in AP or creditors, a Diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping, and strong reconciliation and detail-oriented skills. Collaborative, process-driven, and deadline-conscious applicants will thrive.

Qualifications

• Matric, preferably with Accounting as a subject.
• Diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping would be advantageous.
• 3–5 years’ experience in a similar Accounts Payable or Creditors role.
• Solid understanding of reconciliation principles.
• Computer literacy and strong attention to detail.
• Good verbal, written and listening skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• A control-focused and systematic approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supplier accounts, process supplier invoices and reconcile supplier statements.
• Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and ensure the necessary approvals are in place.
• Investigate and resolve supplier account and invoice queries within 60 days.
• Reconcile and maintain the general ledger control account monthly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier information, including banking and tax details.
• Prepare and update the monthly payment planner and ensure payments are correctly allocated.
• Process invoices within month-end deadlines and prepare reports for accruals.
• Verify delivery documentation and ensure all supporting documents are available before payments are released.
• Process and follow up on returns to suppliers (RTS) and outstanding credit notes.
• Allocate payments daily and distribute remittance advice to suppliers.
• Ensure COD payment requests have the appropriate approvals.
• Maintain accurate filing records and up-to-date purchase order information.
• Monitor payment terms and ensure supplier accounts remain current.

Skills

Reconciliation

Attention to detail

Time management

Organisational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Listening skills

Education

Diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping

Matric

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Controller to join their Finance Team in Atlantis, Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have strong reconciliation skills, a solid understanding of accounts payable processes, and the ability to manage supplier accounts and payment processes accurately and efficiently.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric, preferably with Accounting as a subject.
• A Diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping would be advantageous.
• 3–5 years’ experience in a similar Accounts Payable or Creditors role.
• Solid understanding of reconciliation principles.
• Computer literacy and strong attention to detail.
• Good verbal, written and listening skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• A control-focused and systematic approach to work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain supplier accounts, process supplier invoices and reconcile supplier statements.
• Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and ensure the necessary approvals are in place.
• Investigate and resolve supplier account and invoice queries within 60 days.
• Reconcile and maintain the general ledger control account monthly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier information, including banking and tax details.
• Prepare and update the monthly payment planner and ensure payments are correctly allocated.
• Process invoices within month-end deadlines and prepare reports for accruals.
• Verify delivery documentation and ensure all supporting documents are available before payments are released.
• Process and follow up on returns to suppliers (RTS) and outstanding credit notes.
• Allocate payments daily and distribute remittance advice to suppliers.
• Ensure COD payment requests have the appropriate approvals.
• Maintain accurate filing records and up-to-date purchase order information.
• Monitor payment terms and ensure supplier accounts remain current.