Accounts Payable / Creditors Officer

The Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for managing the accounts payable process efficiently and accurately. This includes processing invoices, ensuring timely payments, reconciling accounts, and maintaining positive relationships with vendors. They oversee the AP team, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance. Additionally, they collaborate with other departments to address vendor inquiries, resolve discrepancies, and enforce compliance with company policies and regulations. The Accounts Payable Officer also plays a key role in analyzing data for cost savings opportunities and preparing reports. They continuously seek to improve processes and systems, stay updated on industry best practices, and participate in professional development activities to enhance their skills and knowledge. Overall, the Accounts Payable Officer's duties revolve around operational efficiency, financial accuracy, and customer satisfaction within the accounts payable function.

Requirements:

1. 5 years’ experience in Creditors / Accounts Payable Function
2. Grade 12
3. National Certificate or Diploma in Finance or bookkeeping would be beneficial
4. Previous supervisory or team leader experience would be beneficial
5. Sage Accounting experience would be beneficial
6. Sales Forces experience would be beneficial