Creditors Manager

Network Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Creditors Supervisor to lead the accounts payable function in a dynamic finance department. This role involves recruiting and managing a dedicated team, ensuring financial compliance with IFRS standards, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for fostering a collaborative team environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and efficiency, and make a significant impact on financial operations while promoting a culture of growth and development.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in a supervisory role within accounts payable.
• Strong knowledge of financial compliance and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and manage a team of Creditors Clerks.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring timely processing of payments.
• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency in accounts payable.

Skills

Financial Compliance

Team Management

Analytical Skills

Process Improvement

Communication Skills

Education

Matric

Relevant Finance or Accounting Qualification

Tools

Financial Systems

Process Automation Tools

Job description

My client is seeking a Creditors Supervisor to oversee the accounts payable function, ensure financial compliance, and drive process improvements within the finance department.

This position is based in Stellenbosch, Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Recruit, train, and manage a team of Creditors Clerks.
2. Oversee daily operations, ensuring accuracy and timely processing of payments.
3. Provide mentorship, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
4. Financial Oversight & Compliance :
5. Maintain accurate financial records and supplier accounts.
6. Ensure compliance with IFRS for SMEs and support annual audit processes.
7. Manage relationships with key external stakeholders, such as vendors and service providers.
8. Process Improvement & Best Practices :
9. Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness in accounts payable.
10. Stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory requirements.
11. Encourage collaboration across departments to streamline financial processes.
12. Continuously review and refine financial systems and procedures.
13. Support the Finance Manager in implementing financial strategies.
14. Promote the adoption of digital tools and a paperless environment.
15. People & Team Management :
16. Drive a culture of collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and professional growth.
17. Ensure resource allocation and workload distribution align with business needs.
18. Foster an inclusive and high-performance finance team.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Matric and relevant finance or accounting qualification.
• At least 3 years proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within accounts payable.
• Strong knowledge of financial compliance and reporting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience working with financial systems and process automation is an advantage.