Creditors Supervisor / Manager At Fidelity Services Group

Next Careers Pty Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Creditors Supervisor / Manager in Gauteng, South Africa. The role involves overseeing the accounts payable function, managing a team, and ensuring compliance with financial processes. Ideal candidates should have a relevant accounting qualification, over 5 years of accounts payable experience, and strong leadership skills. Proficiency in SAP and Coupa is preferred. The role supports financial objectives while fostering a diverse workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounts payable experience.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop the Accounts Payable staff.
• Ensure accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare regular accounts payable reports for analysis.

Skills

Accounts payable management

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Vendor management

Accounting software proficiency

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.

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 and 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.

Reference No: Creditors Supervisor / Manager

Career Category: Banking and Financial Services