Head Of Creditors

HotelJobs; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Capital Hotels invites applications for a Head of Creditors to lead the accounts payable function across our hotel operations. You will oversee accurate invoice capture, PO matching and timely supplier payments, while upholding strong financial controls.

Applicants should have Matric and a Diploma/Degree in Accounting or Finance, 4–6+ years in AP/creditors, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role; ERP experience (Business Central) and advanced Excel are advantageous in a multi-site

Qualifications

• Matric required; Diploma or Degree in Accounting / Finance advantageous.
• 4–6+ years' experience in Accounts Payable / Creditors / finance.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong exposure to accounts payable processes, controls and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full accounts payable function, ensuring invoices are captured accurately and on time.
• Ensure PO invoices are matched to purchase orders in Business Central and enforce controls.
• Manage creditor records and reconciliations to keep supplier data up to date.
• Approve supplier payments aligning with cash flow and internal controls.
• Lead the creditors team and drive process improvements.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Leadership/Management

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder management

Education

Matric

Accounting Diploma/ Degree advantageous

Tools

Business Central

Job description

At The Capital Hotels, we are redefining what hospitality feels like. Modern, meaningful and full of opportunity. We believe great service starts with great people and our team is the heart of everything we do.

Why work for us?

At The Capital, you will feel valued, trusted and empowered. We keep things real with no red tape, just doers who make things happen. We recognise talent quickly and promote based on values, not just titles.

About the role

The Head of Creditors leads and oversees the full accounts payable function, ensuring the accurate, complete and timely processing of all supplier transactions across the hotel operations environment. You will maintain strong financial controls, ensure compliance with internal policies, enable efficient supplier payments and safeguard the integrity of financial records, while managing supplier relationships and supporting cash flow management and procurement with accurate, reliable financial data.

What you'll do:

• Oversee the full accounts payable function, ensuring supplier invoices are captured accurately and on time, with all month-end invoices processed before cut-off
• Ensure supplier invoices are correctly matched to purchase orders in Business Central, enforcing procurement controls, accuracy and completeness across all entities
• Lead accurate creditors records by overseeing supplier statement reconciliations, resolving discrepancies and keeping accounts up to date for timely payment
• Manage and approve supplier payments, ensuring correct allocation, refunds and commissions are processed, and payments align with cash flow requirements and internal controls
• Oversee supplier and operational query resolution, including missing invoices, billing disputes and service confirmations, with strong stakeholder collaboration
• Lead and develop the creditors team, driving accuracy, discipline, accountability and continuous process improvement

What you'll bring:

• Matric required; Diploma or Degree in Accounting / Finance advantageous
• 4–6+ years' experience in Accounts Payable / Creditors / a finance environment, including 2+ years in a supervisory or management role
• Strong expertise in accounts payable processes: invoice capturing, matching, reconciliations and payments
• Strong understanding of financial controls, audit requirements and compliance
• Proven ability to manage and lead a creditors / accounts payable team across multiple entities, deadlines and high transaction volumes
• Working knowledge of financial systems (Business Central or similar ERP advantageous)
• Advanced Excel and strong computer literacy
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage supplier relationships professionally
• Experience in a hospitality or multi-site operational environment advantageous

Please note that relocation costs will be for your own expense should your application be successful and you reside outside of the city where the Hotel is located.