Head of Creditors - Transport and Logistics

Qetello; Cape Town; Presencial; ZAR 480.000 - 780.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Qetello is seeking a Creditors Manager to lead the creditors function within a fast-paced logistics operation in Cape Town. You will direct the team, build strong relationships with transporters, and own processes to ensure accurate payments and robust controls.

You will manage performance, drive training, and report to the Finance Manager on key metrics and onboarding. This role offers visibility to senior management and opportunities to influence process improvements.

Formación

• Matric (essential) as a minimum.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (advantageous).
• Proven experience in a creditors or accounts payable management role, ideally within transport or logistics.
• Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g. Acumatica), creditor reconciliation processes, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong people-management skills, including performance management and staff development.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret reconciliations and aging analyses.
• Confident communication and relationship-management skills across all levels.
• Ability to prioritise, manage multiple queries at once, and meet deadlines.
• Sound judgement and a willingness to take ownership beyond the job description.

Responsabilidades

• Leading, motivating, and developing the creditors team to hit departmental goals
• Managing HR responsibilities including performance management, recruitment, and disciplinary processes
• Supporting staff performance, providing training, and handling grievances or conflict resolution
• Reporting weekly to the Finance Manager on outstanding queries, staffing, and new starters
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with transporters, including on-boarding and regular check-ins
• Reviewing creditor reconciliations monthly and uploading approved payments to the accounting system
• Ensuring compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Identifying opportunities to automate and improve creditors processes

Conocimientos

Leadership

People management

Stakeholder relationships

Analytical skills

Prioritisation

Communication skills

Multi-task management

Educación

Matric

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin

Herramientas

Acumatica

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Qetello is seeking a Creditors Manager to lead the creditors function within a fast-paced logistics operation in Cape Town. You will direct the team, build strong relationships with transporters, and own processes to ensure accurate payments and robust controls.

You will manage performance, drive training, and report to the Finance Manager on key metrics and onboarding. This role offers visibility to senior management and opportunities to influence process improvements.