Accounts Payable Supervisor

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Hybrid role

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor in Benoni, Gauteng, ZA. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement balancing in‑office collaboration with remote flexibility.

You will lead the AP team, oversee invoice processing, vendor management, and payments, while ensuring policy compliance and accurate reporting. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in AP with leadership experience and strong Excel/ERP skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Proven experience with AP software and ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage).
• Strong understanding of AP principles, processes, and best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage day‑to‑day operations of the Accounts Payable department.
• Oversee accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, expense reports, and payment runs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Manage vendor onboarding, including verification of W‑9s and other documentation.
• Develop and implement departmental goals and objectives to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate the performance of AP staff.
• Liaise with internal departments and external vendors to resolve AP‑related issues.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Generate and analyze AP reports for management review.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Leadership

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Sage

Job description

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Our client, a rapidly growing retail enterprise located in Benoni, Gauteng, ZA, seeks an experienced and detail‑oriented Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead their AP team. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing a blend of in‑office collaboration and remote flexibility.

Location: Benoni, Gauteng, ZA (hybrid).

Salary: R360,000 - R600,000 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage day‑to‑day operations of the Accounts Payable department.
• Oversee accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, expense reports, and payment runs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Manage vendor onboarding, including verification of W‑9s and other documentation.
• Develop and implement departmental goals and objectives to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate the performance of AP staff.
• Liaise with internal departments and external vendors to resolve AP‑related issues.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Generate and analyze AP reports for management review.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Proven experience with AP software and ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage).
• Strong understanding of AP principles, processes, and best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Experience in retail or high‑volume transaction environment is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing remote and in‑office responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive medical aid.
• Retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Hybrid role offers flexibility to manage work schedule.