Finance Assistant Supervisor

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Finance Assistant Supervisor in Cape Town. The role involves managing supplier invoices, payments, and team leadership, requiring strong finance and communication skills. Candidates should have significant experience in accounts and proficiency in Excel and accounting software.

Qualifications

• 5 years creditors and debtors experience.
• Proven experience in invoice processing and payment cycles.
• Supervisory experience in finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Check and process supplier invoices accurately.
• Assist in reconciling supplier accounts and resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare reports on outstanding payments and lead the creditors team.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

Matric

Tools

MS Excel

Sage

SAP

Job description

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking to hire Finance Assistant Supervisor based in at the client in CBD.

• Invoice Processing : Check and process supplier invoices accurately.
• Payments : Help with making timely payments to suppliers.
• Reconciliation : Assist in reconciling supplier accounts and fixing any discrepancies.
• Reporting : Prepare reports on outstanding payments and accounts.
• Team Support : Help lead the creditors team and ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Record Keeping : Keep accurate records of supplier accounts.
• Process Improvement : Suggest ways to make the payment process more efficient.

Requirements

• Matric.
• 5 years crediitors and debtors experience.
• Proven Experience in Invoice Processing :
• Ability to accurately check, validate, and process supplier invoices in a high-volume environment.
• Strong Knowledge of Payment Cycles :
• Experience in preparing and executing timely payments to suppliers, with an understanding of payment terms and schedules.
• Proficient in reconciling supplier accounts and resolving discrepancies efficiently and accurately.
• Reporting Abilities :
• Capable of generating clear and accurate reports on outstanding payments, aged creditors, and account status.
• Prior experience in supervising or supporting a finance or creditors team, with the ability to monitor task completion and assist team members.
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy :
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate and organized records of supplier accounts and transactions.
• Process-Oriented Mindset :
• Ability to identify areas for improvement in payment and reconciliation processes and recommend or implement more efficient workflows.
• Computer Literacy :
• Proficient in MS Excel and accounting systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, or similar ERP software).
• Communication Skills :
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for liaising with suppliers, internal departments, and team members.
• Time Management :
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage workload in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Proven Experience in Invoice Processing : Ability to accurately check, validate, and process supplier invoices in a high-volume environment. Strong Knowledge of Payment Cycles : Experience in preparing and executing timely payments to suppliers, with an understanding of payment terms and schedules. Reconciliation Skills : Proficient in reconciling supplier accounts and resolving discrepancies efficiently and accurately. Reporting Abilities : Capable of generating clear and accurate reports on outstanding payments, aged creditors, and account status. Team Leadership : Prior experience in supervising or supporting a finance or creditors team, with the ability to monitor task completion and assist team members. Attention to Detail and Accuracy : Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate and organized records of supplier accounts and transactions. Process-Oriented Mindset : Ability to identify areas for improvement in payment and reconciliation processes and recommend or implement more efficient workflows. Computer Literacy : Proficient in MS Excel and accounting systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, or similar ERP software). Communication Skills : Strong written and verbal communication skills for liaising with suppliers, internal departments, and team members. Time Management : Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage workload in a fast-paced environment.