Manager Accounts Payable

Asml; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML in Johannesburg is seeking a Manager Accounts Payable to lead the end-to-end creditors function within a shared services framework. The role focuses on accuracy, speed, automation, and strong governance to support financial objectives.

You will drive month-end close, supplier onboarding, data integrity, and collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, and Audit to optimise processes and mitigate risks. Strong Excel and ERP experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Matric and finance degree required.
• 5–8 years in a creditors/AP environment.
• 2–3 years in a management role in a Finance environment.
• Experience with ERP systems and workflow automation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full end-to-end Group creditors cycle with timely payments.
• Implement controls to prevent duplicate payments and errors.
• Manage AP month-end close, ageing analyses, reconciliations, and exception resolution.
• Ensure invoices are processed within defined SLAs and escalation protocol.
• Assess and optimise the current AP operating model.
• Define, document, and implement standardised AP policies, workflows, and governance procedures.
• Introduce OCR and automation to reduce manual effort.
• Rationalise supplier base to leverage buying power.
• Maintain proper supplier onboarding and master data governance.
• Improve supplier engagement, responsiveness, and communication.
• Ensure supporting documents are complete for all payments.
• Maintain internal controls aligned with IFRS and audits.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial data analysis

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Planning and organisation

Education

BCom Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Grade 12 (Matric)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Manager Accounts Payable is responsible for leading and optimising the full end‑to‑end Accounts Payable (creditors) function across the Group within a shared services operating model. The role ensures accuracy, efficiency, automation, supplier optimisation, compliance, and financial governance to support the Group’s financial objectives and operational excellence.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the full end‑to‑end Group creditors cycle, ensuring accurate, timely, policy‑aligned payments.
• Implement strong controls to prevent duplicate payments, incorrect supplier details, or manual processing errors.
• Manage AP month‑end close, ageing analysis, reconciliations, and exception resolution.
• Ensure all invoices are processed within defined SLAs and escalation protocol
• Assess the current AP operating model and continuously identify process bottlenecks.
• Define, document, and implement standardised AP policies, workflows, and governance procedures.
• Introduce workflow automation, OCR, and exception‑based processing to reduce manual effort.
• Manage, rationalise, and optimise supplier base to leverage buying power
• Ensure all suppliers are onboarded through proper vetting
• Improve supplier engagement, responsiveness, and communication.
• Ensure all payments have valid supporting documentation (contracts, POs, approvals).
• Enforce internal controls in alignment with finance policies, IFRS standards, and audit requirements.
• Maintain zero tolerance for policy deviations, fraud exposure, or audit exceptions.
• Manage AP compliance training for team and business units.
• Maintain a clean, accurate supplier master file aligned with data governance rules.
• Perform scheduled data audits to identify inconsistencies, duplicates, and risks.
• Ensure seamless integration of AP data into ERP systems and reporting tools.
• Prepare short, medium, and long‑term cash‑flow forecasts for creditors payments.
• Build and manage a high‑performance AP team with a culture of accountability.
• Conduct coaching, skills development, and performance assessments.
• Implement workforce planning, succession planning, and skills matrix tracking.
• Manage team morale during periods of change or transformation.
• Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders (Procurement, Treasury, Finance, Audit, Operations).
• Manage escalations, resolve queries promptly, and ensure clear communication.
• Conduct stakeholder feedback sessions and implement improvements
• Evaluate AP, ERP, and workflow management systems for optimisation.
• Drive upgrades, new system implementations, and integrations.
• Troubleshoot system issues and ensure high uptime.
• Identify financial, operational, and fraud risks relating to AP workflows.
• Implement controls, segregation of duties, and monitoring tools.
• Perform root‑cause analysis on discrepancies or payment failures

Skills and Experience

JOB – RELATED REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• BCom Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 5–8 years’ experience in a creditors/accounts payable environment
• 2–3 years’ experience in a management role in a Finance environment

Advantageous:

Required Knowledge:

• Accounting principles and financial management
• Accounts Payable processes and controls
• Financial legislation and compliance requirements
• Procurement-to-pay (P2P) processes
• Cash flow management and forecasting
• Financial systems and ERP platforms

Required Skills:

• Advanced Excel and financial data analysis
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Negotiation and supplier management
• Planning, organising, and problem-solving
• Financial reporting and reconciliation
• Process improvement and optimisation
• Strong communication (written and verbal)

Other

• Leadership and team development
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Accountability and ethical conduct
• Adaptability and resilience
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Results-driven and performance-oriented
• Innovation and continuous improvement mindset