Head : Procurement, Fixed Assests & Accounts Payable

Inspired Education Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education group seeks a finance professional to oversee procurement, cost management, and financial reporting. This role requires a minimum of 10 years of accounting experience and involves maintaining the fixed asset register, managing supplier contracts, and ensuring compliance with financial policies. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial skills and a relevant accounting degree or diploma.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of accounting experience, preferably with team management.
• Strong financial skills and knowledge of accounting packages.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities and cost control processes.
• Oversee the fixed asset register and depreciation calculations.
• Analyze and report on KPIs to the FD and stakeholders.

Skills

Financial skills

Collaboration

Communication

Organization

Education

Relevant accounting degree or diploma

Tools

Accounting packages

Job description

Responsible for procurement, cost management, and maintenance of the fixed asset register of the school.

DEPARTMENTAL STRATEGY

Finance : To deliver accurate financial reporting, generate insights for management on opportunities for efficiencies and improvements, and ensure that the finance function acts as a business partner.

STRATEGIC CONTRIBUTION OF THIS POSITION

Ensure the consistent implementation of relevant Group Financial policies and oversee cost management (Opex and CAPEX) at the school level.

POSITION PROFILE

• Implement relevant finance policies within the school.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation calculations.
• Manage cost control processes.
• Support procurement activities (quotes, negotiations), process invoices for OPEX and CAPEX, manage accruals, and maintain accounting records for accounts payable.
• Manage E-wallet & credit card transactions in line with policies.
• Reconcile suppliers and manage supplier contracts.
• Oversee the payment process ensuring charges comply with finance policies.
• Manage inter-company accounts between schools and head office.
• Oversee insurance claims and the annual furniture order process for all SA schools.
• Process supplier credit applications for all schools.
• Engage with suppliers on payment terms, pricing, and escalations.

Analyze and report on KPIs to the FD and stakeholders.

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Meeting PO and payment SLA deadlines.
• Timely management account submissions and query resolutions.
• Responsibility over GL accounts including income statement, Opex, rent, recharges, depreciation, balance sheet, trade creditors, savings, contingencies, fixed assets, and sub-ledgers.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 10 years of accounting experience, preferably with team management.
• Relevant accounting degree or diploma.
• Knowledge of accounting packages and organizational processes.
• Strong financial skills.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Persistence and resilience in task completion.
• Effective collaboration with diverse teams.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Adherence to AP processes.
• Positive stakeholder interaction skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work calmly in demanding environments.