Accounts Payable Supervisor - Pipeline

Pedros; Durban; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedros in Durban, South Africa seeks an Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead the AP function, ensuring supplier accounts, payments and records are accurate, compliant and efficiently managed.

You will drive process improvements, strengthen financial controls and mentor the AP team, ensuring deadlines are met and KPIs achieved, with experience in Sage 200 Evolution and ERP environments. Collaboration with stakeholders and suppliers is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable
• 3+ years in supervision or team leadership
• Strong working knowledge of the full Accounts Payable process
• Experience with ERP systems; Sage 200 Evolution is a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day Accounts Payable operations and ensure accuracy and deadlines
• Develop, implement and maintain AP policies and SOPs
• Maintain accurate AP records and supplier age analysis reporting
• Review AP processing, allocations and payment packs for accuracy and compliance
• Lead and coach the AP team; monitor performance against targets
• Maintain strong financial controls within AP and ensure policy compliance
• Provide information and documentation for internal/external audits
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and controls
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve queries

Skills

Accounts Payable

Team leadership

ERP systems

Sage certification

Education

National Diploma in Finance

Tools

Sage 200 Evolution

Job description

The Accounts Payable Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing and managing the Accounts Payable function, ensuring that supplier accounts, payments, processes and financial records are accurate, compliant and efficiently managed.

The role will lead the Accounts Payable team, drive process improvements, maintain strong financial controls and ensure that best practices are consistently applied across the function.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day Accounts Payable function and ensure that processes are completed accurately and within required deadlines.
• Develop, implement and maintain Accounts Payable policies, procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Manage and maintain accurate and up-to-date Accounts Payable records.
• Review Accounts Payable processing, allocations and payment packs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Lead, manage and support the Accounts Payable team, providing guidance, coaching and ongoing development.
• Monitor team performance and ensure that individual and departmental targets are achieved.
• Implement, maintain and continuously improve financial controls within the Accounts Payable function.
• Ensure that Accounts Payable processes comply with company policies, financial controls and best practices.
• Review supplier age analysis and provide accurate reporting to management.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies, process issues and supplier account queries.
• Compile and provide relevant Accounts Payable information and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and controls within the Accounts Payable function.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure that Accounts Payable queries are resolved promptly.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Accounts Payable.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a supervisory or team leadership role.
• Strong working knowledge of the full Accounts Payable process.
• Experience with Sage 200 Evolution or a similar ERP system.
• Sage certification or relevant ERP certification will be advantageous.
• Previous experience within the Retail and/or FMCG industry will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of POS systems, GAAP, Micros, WMS and ERP environments will be advantageous.