Accounts Payable Supervisor
Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken · Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
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- The Accounts Payable Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing and managing the Accounts Payable function, ensuring that supplier accounts, payments, processes and financial records are accurate, compliant and efficiently managed.
- The role will lead the Accounts Payable team, drive process improvements, maintain strong financial controls and ensure that best practices are consistently applied across the function.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day Accounts Payable function and ensure that processes are completed accurately and within required deadlines.
- Develop, implement and maintain Accounts Payable policies, procedures and Standard Operating Procedures SOPs.
- Manage and maintain accurate and up-to-date Accounts Payable records.
- Review Accounts Payable processing, allocations and payment packs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Lead, manage and support the Accounts Payable team, providing guidance, coaching and ongoing development.
- Monitor team performance and ensure that individual and departmental targets are achieved.
- Implement, maintain and continuously improve financial controls within the Accounts Payable function.
- Ensure that Accounts Payable processes comply with company policies, financial controls and best practices.
- Review supplier age analysis and provide accurate reporting to management.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies, process issues and supplier account queries.
- Compile and provide relevant Accounts Payable information and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and controls within the Accounts Payable function.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure that Accounts Payable queries are resolved promptly.
Minimum Requirements
- National Diploma in Finance, Accounting or a related field .
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in Accounts Payable .
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a supervisory or team leadership role .
- Strong working knowledge of the full Accounts Payable process.
- Experience with Sage 200 Evolution or a similar ERP system .
- Sage certification or relevant ERP certification will be advantageous.
- Previous experience within the Retail and/or FMCG industry will be advantageous.
- Knowledge of POS systems, GAAP, Micros, WMS and ERP environments will be advantageous.
Closing Date 01 October 2026