Creditors Supervisor/Manager

Fidelity Services Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in South Africa is seeking an experienced Credit Supervisor/Manager to oversee the Accounts Payable function. Responsibilities include managing a team, ensuring timely invoice processing, and maintaining vendor relationships. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in accounts payable, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in SAP. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team with a focus on financial accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounts payable experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and AP processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and develop the AP staff.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Accounts Payable Management

Leadership

Financial Reporting

Vendor Management

Communication Skills

Education

Accounting or Finance Qualification

Tools

SAP

Coupa

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Purpose of the Role

The Creditors Supervisor/Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end Accounts Payable (AP) function, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant processing of invoices, payments, reconciliations, and vendor management. The role provides leadership to the AP team, maintains internal controls, and supports financial reporting and month-end obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Team management: Supervise, train, and develop the AP staff, including performance reviews and workflow management.
• Process oversight: Ensure accurate and timely processing of all invoices and payments, and manage the day-to-day operations of the department.
• Vendor relations: Serve as the primary contact for vendor inquiries, manage vendor relationships, and resolve discrepancies and issues.
• Financial accuracy: Review and approve invoices and payments, reconcile accounts, and ensure the accounts payable ledger is complete and accurate.
• Compliance and controls: Implement and enforce internal controls, ensure adherence to company policies, and maintain compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Reporting and analysis: Prepare regular accounts payable reports, analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Collaboration: Work with other departments, such as procurement and finance, to streamline processes and support overall financial objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Accounting, finance, or a related qualification
• 5+ years of accounts payable experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and AP processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in SAP and Coupa.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position.

Whilst preference is given to existing employees at all times and the choice made is purely on merit, Historically Disadvantaged Candidates and Black Female Candidates are encouraged and supported in the FSG team. Whilst black female candidates will be given priority as per our transformation policy subject to the above criteria.

Fidelity Services Group (Pty) Ltd supports global fair practice and business ethics on continuous development of our human capital as the key resource to our success in the markets in which we participate.

Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 10 working days from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.