Accounts Payable Supervisor

Right People Right Job (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Waste Management Services is seeking a detail-driven Accounts Payable Supervisor to oversee their AP function. This role involves managing payments, supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts payable and leadership skills, thriving in a dynamic finance team focused on continuous improvement.

Benefits

Growth Opportunities

Dynamic Finance Team

Fast-Paced Professional Environment

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in accounts payable, credit management, or debt collection.
• Advanced Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end AP processes, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
• Lead the vetting of suppliers and review credit/payment terms.
• Support, mentor, and develop team members in the AP function.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting

CIPS diploma

Tools

Pastel Accounting

Excel

Job description

Our client, a company at the forefront of Waste Management Services, located in Roodekop, Germiston, is looking for a proactive, hands-on, detail-driven Accounts Payable Supervisor with a passion for process excellence and team leadership, to take charge of their AP function.

This pivotal role ensures timely and accurate processing of payments, strengthens supplier relationships, and drives compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage end-to-end AP processes, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
2. Review invoices and expense reports for compliance and accuracy.
3. Develop and enforce SOPs to maintain accurate GL and inventory records.
4. Implement robust invoice cut-off and payment scheduling procedures.
5. Reconcile supplier accounts and ensure monthly reviews are conducted.
6. Coordinate COD payments and monitor cash flow reports.
7. Verify correct VAT claims and accurate expense classifications.
8. Oversee overdue account follow-ups, dunning letters, and settlement negotiations.
9. Maintain strong communication with suppliers to resolve payment issues and secure discounts.
10. Ensure BBBEE compliance within the AP ledger.
11. Enforce purchase order processes including 3-way matching (PO, invoice, delivery).
12. Lead the vetting of suppliers and review credit / payment terms.
13. Support, mentor, and develop team members in the AP function.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, CIPS diploma or related field is desirable.
• Experience: 3–5 years in accounts payable, credit management, or debt collection.
• Systems: Working knowledge of Pastel Accounting or similar ERP systems.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros).
• Attributes: Strong communication, high attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and proven leadership skills.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Join a dynamic, high-performing finance team.
• Work in a fast-paced, professional environment with growth opportunities.
• Be part of a company that values continuous improvement and process integrity.