Accounts Payable Controller - Creditors

Boardroom Appointments; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Accounts Payable Controller, where your expertise in managing creditor accounts will be vital. This role involves processing invoices, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining accurate financial records. You will be key in reconciling supplier accounts and resolving queries, contributing to the smooth operation of the finance department. If you have a keen eye for detail and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity with a reputable firm in the logistics industry is perfect for you. Embrace the challenge and make a significant impact in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, preferably in Logistics.
• Strong computer literacy and proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve payment queries.
• Prepare monthly disbursement reports and manage EFTs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem analysis

Problem-solving skills

Education

Grade 12

Tools

AP computer system

Excel

Job description

About the job Accounts Payable Controller - Creditors

Minimum requirements:

• Grade 12
• More than 5 years of experience in Accounts Payable (Creditors)
• Between 3 to 5 years working experience in the Logistics Industry
• Comfortable working in an AP computer system
• Computer literate with good Excel knowledge
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Communication skills
• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities:

• Receive all 3rd party invoices and statements on time
• Check supplier invoices and credit notes to ensure they meet SARS requirements
• Request authorised invoices/credit notes and accurately process them
• Capturing of supplier documentation and payments as per agreed terms
• Reconciliation of supplier accounts
• AP age analysis report to resolve queries, debit balances, and overdue accounts
• Monthly disbursement report to analyse and resolve supplier open folios
• Daily EFTs - ensure invoices are cleared and follow up on queries
• Inform and communicate all unresolved queries to management timeously
• Specialized accounts must be kept up to date with a strong emphasis placed on them
• Stand in for team members as needed.
• Adhere to policies and procedures as set out by the company.
• Any other delegated tasks deemed reasonable as assigned by the reporting manager
• Occasional overtime work may be required throughout the year, particularly during month-end closing processes and year-end processes.