Accounts Payable Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

On-site work

Supportive team

Local company

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Mossel Bay to manage outgoing payments and vendor relations. The role requires processing invoices, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accurate AP records in a busy finance environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in accounts payable, strong Excel and accounting software skills, and a keen eye for detail to support reliable financial transactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in bookkeeping or accounting is advantageous.
• 2+ years of experience in an accounts payable role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and principles.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Process all vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Verify and reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare weekly payment runs, ensuring all authorized payments are processed.
• Maintain an organized filing system for all accounts payable documentation.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and invoice discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures related to accounts payable.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Accounting software

Vendor management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Bookkeeping/accounting certificate advantageous

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an organized and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team in Mossel Bay . This role is essential for managing the company's outgoing payments accurately and efficiently. You will be responsible for processing invoices, ensuring timely payments to vendors, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. The position requires excellent administrative skills and a commitment to maintaining the integrity of financial transactions within a busy office environment in the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Process all vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Verify and reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare weekly payment runs, ensuring all authorized payments are processed.
• Maintain an organized filing system for all accounts payable documentation.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and invoice discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures related to accounts payable.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in bookkeeping or accounting is advantageous.
• 2+ years of experience in an accounts payable role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and principles.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary based on experience.
• Stable, on-site working environment with a supportive team.
• Contribution to a medical aid scheme.
• Pension fund benefits available.
• Opportunity to work within a well-established local business.