Accounts Payable Specialist: High-Volume AP | Port Elizabeth

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contribution

Provident fund benefits

Annual performance bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a Port Elizabeth office role. You will manage a high volume of vendor invoices, ensure accurate coding, and oversee the full AP cycle from invoicing to payment processing.

Ideal candidates possess 3-5 years in AP, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with Sage, Xero or QuickBooks. VAT knowledge is advantageous, and the role emphasizes accuracy and timely payments.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in an accounts payable role, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Solid understanding of accounts payable principles and best practices.
• Experience with common accounting software and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and efficiently, with proper coding and authorization.
• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including three-way matching (PO, invoice, receiving report).
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare and process weekly/bi-weekly payment runs (EFTs, cheques).
• Maintain accurate vendor master files and respond to vendor inquiries promptly.

Skills

High-volume processing

Vendor invoices

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a Port Elizabeth office role. You will manage a high volume of vendor invoices, ensure accurate coding, and oversee the full AP cycle from invoicing to payment processing.

Ideal candidates possess 3-5 years in AP, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with Sage, Xero or QuickBooks. VAT knowledge is advantageous, and the role emphasizes accuracy and timely payments.