Accounts Payable Leader, Africa Operations

Barloworld Equipment; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Barloworld Equipment seeks an experienced Accounts Payable leader to drive financial governance for the RSA and Rest of Africa regions. You will guide the AP function, implement robust controls, and design efficient policies to optimise supplier payments and reconciliations.

You will manage complex vendor escalations, oversee monthly accruals, intercompany balances, and support audits. A senior role demanding people leadership and cross-border collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: BCom/Diploma Accounting/Bookkeeping or equivalent.
• Matric or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide AP leadership and guidance across RSA and Rest of Africa.
• Review internal controls and governance for AP effectiveness.
• Design and implement AP policies and processes for continuous improvement.
• Oversee payment runs and documentation for accuracy.

Skills

People management

Business development

Communication

Stress tolerance

Problem solving

Teamwork

Ethical behavior

Deadline management

Verbal and written communication

Education

BCom/Diploma Accounting/Bookkeeping or equivalent

Matric or equivalent qualification

Tools

VIM

SAP

MS Dynamics

MS Office

Job description

Barloworld Equipment seeks an experienced Accounts Payable leader to drive financial governance for the RSA and Rest of Africa regions. You will guide the AP function, implement robust controls, and design efficient policies to optimise supplier payments and reconciliations.

You will manage complex vendor escalations, oversee monthly accruals, intercompany balances, and support audits. A senior role demanding people leadership and cross-border collaboration.