Job title: AP Accountant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Cape Town, Century City
Job published: 24/06/2026
Job ID: 76726

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has become available for an AP Accountant to support internal Accounts Payable functions within a dynamic and fast-paced finance environment over a 12 month contract.

Why join this team?

  • Be part of a finance function that plays a critical role in maintaining operational continuity
  • Work in a high-impact environment where strong vendor relationships directly influence business outcomes
  • Gain exposure to end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, controls, and system enhancements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Treasury, Credit, and external partners

What you will be doing:

  • Ensure all transactions are processed accurately and within the correct accounting period
  • Perform month-end activities including general ledger reconciliations for Accounts Payable
  • Review and follow up on open and outstanding items
  • Execute Accounts Payable controls including:
    • GR/IR reconciliation
    • Duplicate payment checks
    • Debit balance monitoring
    • Blocked payment management
  • Run and analyse reports to maintain control over AP processes
  • Monitor vendor ageing and manage foreign payments
  • Perform and review daily EFT payment runs
  • Maintain strong vendor relationships and resolve queries efficiently
  • Engage with internal teams and external banking partners on payment-related matters
  • Contribute to internal control design and process improvements
  • Participate in system upgrades and enhancements, including SAP, FIORI, and ARIBA testing

What we are looking for:

  • BCom Accounting degree or equivalent qualification
  • 1–2+ years of relevant working experience
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles, particularly Accounts Payable
  • Knowledge of internal controls and compliance requirements
  • Experience with SAP preferred

Benefits and unique aspects:

  • Exposure to enterprise systems such as SAP and Ariba
  • Opportunity to be involved in system upgrades and transformation initiatives
  • Cross-functional collaboration across finance and business units
  • Development of strong technical and stakeholder management skills

Please note if you haven’t heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application, unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. We’d still love to stay connected, follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.

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