Accounts Payable Specialist

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• All accounts to be reconciled monthly and balanced against the creditor’s ledger.
• Processing of local purchase requests and invoices.
• Investigating queries on the creditors account e.g. invoices not authorised, credit notes required, unbalanced accounts.
• Recording all supporting documentation logically within the system.
• Developing relationships with suppliers’ finance teams to ensure quick resolution of any queries and issues arising.
• Opening of accounts as per parameters, as well as adding them on the bank.
• Processing of payments for local creditors on Sage.
• Ensuring all supplier discounts are applied monthly and on time.
• Assisting with all BEE audits & requirements for the creditors department.

• Fluent in English.
• Ability to effectively communicate with senior management.
• Competent in using Excel.
• High standard of numeracy, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• A team player with a flexible approach and a willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem solving.

• Relevant qualification - Finance qualification
• Minimum of 4 years working experience.