Senior Accounts Payable Controller, Cape Town

About the job Senior Accounts Payable Controller

Accounts Payable Controller

Qualifications and Experience

Grade 12 pass Relevant Tertiary Qualification Over 7 to 10 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a corporate or multinational environment Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills

Key Competencies Accounts Payable Expertise : Strong knowledge and experience in accounts payable processes and procedures Foreign Creditors Management : Familiarity with foreign creditors' processes and requirements, including currency exchange and international payment methods Team Collaboration : Ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicating openly and collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholdersERP System Proficiency : Proficiency in using ERP systems such as Syspro, SAP, or Oracle for financial transactions and reporting

Duties and Responsibilities Payment Compilation and Submission

Compile and submit payments for release according to agreed creditor terms, ensuring accuracy and adherence to payment schedules

Paper Trail Submission

Submit payments on Paper trail for release as per agreed terms, verifying all details for accuracy and completeness

Ledger Allocations and GRNs

Accurately assign ledger allocations and GRNs to ensure proper accounting of expenses and minimize discrepancies

Adjustment Measurement

Monitor and measure adjustments passed in AP, ensuring adjustments remain within acceptable limits (less than 5% of total output)

Authorization Compliance

Ensure all costs and expenditures are authorized according to the Delegation of Authority (DOA), minimizing errors and discrepancies

Account Reconciliation

Reconcile accounts in accordance with company policies, resolving invoice discrepancies and issues promptly to maintain accurate financial records

Audit Support

Provide supporting documentation for audits, ensuring timely responses to audit requests and minimizing delays in the audit process

Intercompany Invoices

Email intercompany invoices to the designated email address, following established procedures to minimize errors and escalations

Payment Release Follow-up

Follow up on payment releases, addressing queries and concerns from business units or suppliers promptly and efficiently

Supplier Reconciliations

Complete daily supplier reconciliations for month-end suppliers, ensuring adherence to month-end cut-off dates set by the AP Manager

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