Job Description

Our client is a well-known retailer looking for a highly talented Accounts Payable Team Leader/Manager to join their Finance Team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic, hyper growth company seeking someone with AP experience at a very large scale.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train and mentor a team of accounts payable specialists
• Oversee the timely and accurate processing of invoices, statement reconciliations and payments
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes
• Maintain strong working relationships with vendors, negotiate payment terms and handle disputes effectively
• Ensure vendor accounts are reconciled accurately and resolutions are executed on for outstanding items
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to enhance AP systems
• Develop and maintain internal controls and procedures and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Prepare detailed reports regarding AP metrics for senior management
• Monthly reporting on all Balance sheet control

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Retail industry experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Proficient in AP software and systems
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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