Accounts Payable Specialist – Growth, Benefits & Stability

Placements24; Welkom; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Pension fund contribution

Paid time off & sick leave

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa, seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to ensure timely processing of vendor invoices and accurate payments. You will collaborate with procurement and vendors to resolve discrepancies and uphold strong supplier relations.

The role requires 2–3 years AP experience, proficiency with Sage Pastel and MS Office, especially Excel, and a detail-oriented, organized mindset in a supportive in-office team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certification in accounting is a plus.
• Proven 2-3 years of experience in Accounts Payable.
• Proficiency with accounting software (Sage/Pastel) and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Strong understanding of AP processes and matching invoices to PO's.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for vendor interactions.

Responsibilities

• Process all vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner with proper coding and authorization.
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receiving reports, and invoices.
• Prepare and schedule weekly payment runs.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain the vendor master file and ensure vendor information is current.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and assist with payment issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Vendor relations

Effective communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accounting certification (preferred)

Tools

Sage Pastel

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa, seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to ensure timely processing of vendor invoices and accurate payments. You will collaborate with procurement and vendors to resolve discrepancies and uphold strong supplier relations.

The role requires 2–3 years AP experience, proficiency with Sage Pastel and MS Office, especially Excel, and a detail-oriented, organized mindset in a supportive in-office team environment.