Transactional Services Team Leader

Ntice Sourcing Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational company is seeking a Transactional Services Lead for their operations in Johannesburg. This role involves managing the P2P process, enhancing efficiency, and leading teams across finance functions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in process governance and team management, helping to optimize transactional services across multiple African operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience leading teams in the P2P function.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
• Deep knowledge of P2P cycles and Vendor Master Data.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the full P2P cycle, including Vendor Master Management, Purchasing, Accounts Payable, and Cash Management.
• Leading high-performing teams across Vendor Master Data, Procurement, Accounts Payable.
• Driving continuous improvement in processes and controls.

Skills

Leadership

Process Improvement

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Risk Management

Governance

Education

Degree/Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Science, or related fields

Postgraduate qualification in Finance or Commercial fields

Tools

SAP

Coupa

MS Office

Job description

Transactional Services Lead: Africa

My client, a multinational company, is currently recruiting for a Transactional Services Lead - Africa.

Are you a dynamic finance professional with a passion for process excellence, team leadership, and driving impactful outcomes in the Purchase to Pay (P2P) space? An exciting opportunity awaits in Johannesburg for an experienced individual to manage and optimize transactional services across multiple African operations.

Location: Melrose, Johannesburg, South Africa

Department: Finance

As the Transactional Services Lead, you'll oversee the full P2P cycle, including Vendor Master Management, Purchasing, Accounts Payable, and Cash Management. Your role will be key to ensuring process governance, efficiency, and collaboration with stakeholders across various African operations.

Responsibilities:

1. Leading high-performing teams across Vendor Master Data, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and Cash Management.
2. Ensuring suppliers meet due diligence requirements (KYC / TPDD / Responsible Sourcing).
3. Overseeing timely and accurate purchase order processing and invoice payments.
4. Resolving invoice discrepancies promptly to support healthy supplier relationships.
5. Collaborating with CFOs, Supply Chain Leads, Treasury, Auditors, and others.
6. Driving continuous improvement in processes and controls.
7. Managing monthly performance reporting and service delivery KPIs.
8. Implementing effective performance management and team development initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required:

• Degree/Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Science, or related fields.
• Minimum 7 years of experience leading teams in the P2P function.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
• Deep knowledge of P2P cycles, Vendor Master Data, and Cash Management.
• Ability to drive process alignment and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proven leadership in managing large teams and delivering measurable results.
• A proactive problem-solver with a strong process improvement mindset.

Advantageous:

• Postgraduate qualification in Finance or Commercial fields.
• Proficiency in SAP, Coupa, MS Office, reconciliation, and efficiency tools.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

If you meet the required skills, please respond to this advert.

Key Skills: Hyperion, Acquisition, Asset, ABAP, Basic, ActiveX

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 7+ years

Vacancy: 1