Creditors Supervisor

Ntice Search Solutions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the automotive sector is seeking a Creditors Supervisor to enhance their Accounts Payable function. This role involves supervising a dedicated team, managing reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with financial procedures. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and a passion for numbers. Join a forward-thinking company where your leadership will drive efficiency and support the growth of a competent team. If you're ready to take on a challenging role that offers professional development and the opportunity to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role with team management.
• Tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Supervise team activities to ensure high service levels and compliance.
• Oversee transaction processing and manage vendor relationships effectively.

Skills

Team Management

Accounting Procedures

Excel Skills

Supplier Orientation

Problem Solving

Education

Tertiary Qualification in Finance/Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Accounting Software

Databases

Job description

Our client, market leader in the Automotive Industry is looking for a Creditors Supervisor to join their team, based in Linbro Park, Sandton

The primary purpose of this role is to support the centralized Accounts Payable (AP) function by assisting with reconciliation approvals, managing staff, resolving queries, and maintaining creditors systems, processes, and procedures. The successful candidate will also provide relief support to the National Accounts Payable Manager as needed

• A Tertiary qualification in Finance / Accounting an added advantage
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Must have experience in managing large teams
• Understanding of basic accounting procedures
• Competent in MS Office, databases and accounting software
• Advanced Excel skills
• Aptitude for numbers
• Supplier orientated

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate team activities to ensure high service levels
• Oversee transaction processing in line with established policies and procedures
• Review and approve payment runs and reconciliations
• Respond to supplier and internal queries promptly
• Liaise with internal departments on orders, documentation, queries, and payments
• Ensure adherence to payment deadlines and compliance requirements, including tax and FICA
• Generate management reports on accounts payable activities, including age analysis
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and prevent fraud
• Identify and drive process improvements and automation within the AP function
• Collaborate across departments to enhance workflow efficiency
• Evaluate and enhance policy and control frameworks on an entity-wide basis
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor information in the AP system
• Build and lead a competent, independent team; support performance improvement and training
• Manage vendor age analysis and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies
• Approve pricing and rate differences between invoices and purchase orders
• Monitor and update vendor master data, including banking details
• Foster team morale and manage leave schedules to meet operational needs
• Support internal and external audit processes
• Develop a succession plan and guide team members’ career growth
• Handle supplier enquiries and ensure accurate processing of payments and reconciliations in line with accounting standards