Accountant: Accounts Payable

Our client based in Parow Industrial, Cape Town is seeking an Accountant (Accounts Payable). The suitable candidate will play a critical role in managing the creditors payments process, ensuring that company liabilities are managed accurately, vendor relationships are nurtured, and payments are executed efficiently. This role ensures that supplier invoices, approvals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and payment runs are processed accurately, efficiently, and in line with company policies.

Salary: TCTC Market related

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

● Oversee the end-to-end invoice lifecycle, ensuring all vendor submissions are reviewed, approved, and recorded in compliance with accounting standards

● Optimize invoice workflows to facilitate timely payment execution and capitalize on early-settlement opportunities

● Serve as the primary escalation point for complex vendor inquiries, discrepancy resolutions, and reconciliation variances

● Maintain the integrity of the master vendor database and payment documentation in conjunction with the Procurement Department

● Audit and oversee the processing of employee expense claims and credit card reconciliations.

● Facilitate tax compliance activities and support statutory reporting requirements

● Manage prepayments and ensure they are accurately recorded and released over the correct accounting periods

● Execute month-end closing procedures, ensuring the accuracy of AP-related accruals and sub-ledger integrity

● Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and vendor statements.

● Provide analytical support and ad-hoc reporting to senior finance leadership

● Generate comprehensive AP analytics, including aging reports, cash flow forecasts, and accrual schedules

JOB REQUIREMENTS

● Education: Bachelors Degree in Finance and/or Accounting

● 2-3 years experience as Accounts Payable Accountant

● Previous experience in supervising a team is highly advantageous

● Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and procure-to-pay workflows.

● Strong understanding of VAT and tax compliance regulations.

● Proficiency in modern ERP systems and advanced MS Excel / Google sheets skills.

● Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

● Proven ability to manage high-volume processing environments, meet strict deadlines, and communicate effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders

Closing date: 24 July 2026

The client strives for equal opportunity in terms of its Employment Equity guidelines.

Suitable candidates to submit CV's to [email protected]

Should you receive no response from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Work Location: In person