Description
This role is responsible for overseeing the company's entire accounts payable function. This includes managing relationships with suppliers and service providers, ensuring timely and accurate payments, optimizing cash flow, and implementing controls to maintain the integrity of the accounts payable process. The role requires strong leadership, negotiation skills, financial acumen, and a proactive approach to supplier management.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Proven experience in creditor management or accounts payable with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in accounting software and SAP systems.
- Knowledge of relevant financial regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
- Qualification in finance, accounting, or a related field (Diploma or BCom preferred).
Key Performance Areas
Lead and manage the creditors / accounts payable team ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.Build and maintain strong relationships with key creditors and vendors, serving as the primary point of contact.Negotiate favourable payment terms, early settlement discounts, and resolve disputes effectively.Review creditor reconciliations, ensure issues are resolved, and payments are processed.Monitor and manage the creditor aging report to ensure timely payments and mitigate risks of late payment penalties.Prepare forecasts for daily / weekly payments.Forecast and manage weekly / monthly cash flow related to supplier payments.Maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to support risk management and regulatory compliance.Support audits and ensure compliance with tax and regulatory frameworks (e.g., VAT).Provide the financial manager with monthly accrual reports.Collaborate with procurement and finance departments to streamline processes and align on supplier terms.Continuously assess and improve creditor systems, workflows, and automation tools.Enhance the effectiveness and productivity of the creditors team.Vet and register new suppliers in line with company compliance, risk, and procurement standards.Conduct formal vendor evaluations at least twice a year to assess performance, compliance, and risk exposure.Closing Date : 18 July 2025
Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applicants who have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date may assume that their applications have been unsuccessful. The filling of these positions will be aligned with AFGRI's Employment Equity Policy.
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Work Level
Junior Management
Job Type
Permanent
Salary
Market Related
EE Position
Yes
Location
Centurion
Required Experience
Junior IC
Key Skills
Corporate Risk Management, Electronics, Infection Control, Bakery, ELV, Accident Investigation
Employment Type
Full-Time
Vacancy
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