Accounts Payable & Receivable Specialist

Games Global; Durban; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in Durban seeks an experienced AP AR Specialist to support the Group AP AR Manager. The ideal candidate will oversee all Accounts Payable and Receivable processes, manage creditors, and ensure effective cash management. Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree in Accounting, have over 5 years' experience, and strong knowledge of accounting principles. This inclusive workplace offers equal opportunities for all applicants.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a similar role.
• SAIPA or AG(SA) or CIMA qualifications also beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operational processes.
• Manage creditors and payment timelines.
• Support the group expense reimbursement system.
• Analyse key operational spend in focus areas.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Proficiency with financial software

Proficiency with ERP systems

Strong knowledge of accounting principles

Knowledge of financial regulations

Knowledge of tax laws

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting

Honours degree in Accounting

Job description

Overview

The AP AR Specialist supports the Group AP AR Manager by overseeing the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operational processes. Additionally, the role is responsible for ad hoc project work on a recurring basis. Whilst the role has no direct reports, the role requires close oversight of the regional Finance Assistants / Assistant Accountants and a thorough technical knowledge of the AP and AR process.

Responsibilities

Audit Support

• Work with auditors to provide necessary information and resolve any audit‑related issues.
• Preparation of audit packs and ensuring audit readiness.

Cash Management & Payments

• Managing creditors and payment timelines and obligations.
• Review and validation of payment packs.
• Review & release of supplier payments across multiple banking platforms and currencies.
• Consolidation of operational cash flow forecasts per region and related cash flow planning to ensure cash adequacy at all times for supplier obligations and payroll obligations.
• Identify surplus funds and sweep these to interest‑bearing accounts.

Vendor Management

• Review vendor onboarding packs and ensure all necessary details have been gathered and validated prior to capture.
• Prepare summaries of creditors ageing and escalates overdue payments.
• Report on and validate changes to supplier masterfile data across the group.
• Prepare vendor‑level spend reports as required from time to time.

Billing

• Summarise and report on customer collections and balances on a daily basis.
• Prepare summaries of debtors ageing and escalates overdue accounts.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Contribute to the annual budgeting and forecasting process by providing key inputs as required.

System Management

• Support the Group AP AR Manager with administration of the group expense reimbursement system.
• Support the Group AP AR Manager with administration of the group ERP application.

Financial Analysis

• Analyse and summarise key operational spend in key focus areas.
• Adhoc project work.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting.
• Honours degree in Accounting.
• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• SAIPA Or AG(SA) Or CIMA Qualifications Also Beneficial.
• Technical & professional knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations and tax laws.
• Proficiency with financial software and ERP systems and Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.

🌟 Equal Opportunities Statement

Games Global is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and communities. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected status. Our dedication to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion is clearly reflected across all our teams. Join us and be a part of an organization that is truly committed to creating a level playing field for everyone.

Kindly be aware that in order to be employed at Games Global, you need to be 18 years of age or older, in accordance with our industry requirements.