Accounts Payable Specialist

The Unlimited Global Business Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Unlimited Global Business Solutions is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance Operations team in Durban. The role focuses on processing high volumes of supplier invoices with accuracy, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial controls.

Ideal candidates have solid accounts payable or creditors experience, strong numerical accuracy, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate and strong Accounts Payable knowledge required.
• Experience with invoice processing, PO matching, and supplier reconciliations preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and Excel proficiency essential.
• Ability to work in a high-volume environment with accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Process and capture high-volume supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Validate invoice details against supporting documentation and PO data.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and apply correct coding.
• Maintain audit-ready financial records and supplier statements.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies or exceptions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve queries and improve processes.
• Participate in quality reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Creditors

Invoice Processing

Data Entry

Attention to detail

High-volume processing

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Matric certificate

Bookkeeping/Accounting qualification

Tools

ERP systems (NetSuite or similar)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance Operations team. This role is responsible for processing high volumes of invoices, ensuring data accuracy, performing supplier reconciliations, and supporting an efficient accounts payable function.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong accounts payable or creditors experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and process excellence.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance Operations team. This role is responsible for processing high volumes of invoices, ensuring data accuracy, performing supplier reconciliations, and supporting an efficient accounts payable function.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong accounts payable or creditors experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and process excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and capture high-volume supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
  
• Validate invoice details against supporting documentation.
  
• Match invoices to purchase orders and apply correct coding.
  
• Maintain complete and audit-ready financial records.
  
• Identify, investigate, and elevate invoice discrepancies or exceptions.
  
• Perform monthly supplier statement reconciliations.
  
• Ensure adherence to company policies, processes, and financial controls.
  
• Meet agreed turnaround times and productivity targets.
  
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve queries and improve processes.
  
• Participate in quality reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Essential

• Matric certificate.
  
• Previous experience in Accounts Payable, Creditors, Invoice Processing, or Financial Data Capture.
  
• Strong understanding of invoice processing and accounts payable principles.
  
• Experience working with accounting or ERP systems.
  
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
  
• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
  
• Ability to manage high workloads while maintaining quality standards.
  
• Willingness and ability to work US business hours.
  
• Ability to work full-time on-site.
  

Advantageous

• Qualification in Bookkeeping, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
  
• Experience with PO matching and supplier reconciliations.
  
• Previous exposure to shared services, BPO, or finance processing environments.
  
• Experience using ERP platforms such as NetSuite or similar systems.
  

Key Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail
  
• Accuracy and quality focus
  
• Time management and prioritization
  
• Process discipline and compliance
  
• Problem-solving skills
  
• Strong numerical and analytical ability
  
• Reliability and accountability
  
• Ability to work independently and within a team
  

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who can consistently deliver high-quality work in a high-volume finance environment. You take pride in accuracy, follow established processes, and have the confidence to elevate issues when required. Most importantly, you understand that precision and accountability are critical in an accounts payable function.