Main Responsibilities:
• Manage the accounts payable process, ensuring that all invoices are processed accurately
and in a timely manner.
• Implementation of Standard Operation Procedures for Accounts Payable, implementation
of automated processes i.e. automation of invoice processing, loading of payments etc.
• Review and approve invoices for payment, ensuring that all invoices are accurate and
comply with company policies and procedures, and SARS regulations.
• Check and release employee expense claims on Concur, ensuring that all claims are
accurate and comply with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all vendor inquiries are resolved in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all accounts payable transactions, including
Vendor Master Data.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors to ensure timely and accurate payment
processing.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure that all invoices are properly allocated to the
correct general ledger accounts.
• Manage the month-end close process for accounts payable, ensuring that all accruals are
accurately recorded, including reviewing and approving journals.
• Financial analysis of new and existing suppliers
• Review supplier reconciliations prepared by the accounts payable team
• Review balance sheet reconciliations of accounts payable team
• Reporting on and managing key metrics: DPOs; payment on time; payment errors
Staff Management
• Manage the output of staff members within the team (the 2 Creditors clerks are supervised
by this role)
• Liaise between teams to facilitate smooth interaction and problem solving
• Provide development and guidance to help staff reach their potential
• Regularly review and manage staff performance, recognising high performance and
ensuring poor performance is corrected
• Ensure that Management intentions are communicated to the team
• Ensure staff achieve all deadlines
• Ensure staff adhere to company policy and procedures
Continuous Process Improvement
• Continuously look for ways to improve the accounts payable process, including identifying
areas for automation and process improvement.
• Inspiring and supporting others in making positive change
Education/ achievements
Bachelor’s Degree in finance, Accounting or related field - National Diploma in Accounting or
related field - Bookkeeping qualification Experience/ Knowledge
Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable. - Supervisory experience in
accounts payable or a related field. - Previous experience using an ERP system
High attention to detail and accuracy with methodical working methods - Proficiency in MS Word,
PowerPoint & Excel - Excellent communication skills - Strong English written skills with
exemplary spelling - Ability to work without supervision, under pressure and meet strict deadlines
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WHO IS GILBARCO VEEDER-ROOT
Gilbarco Veeder-Root, a Vontier company, is the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations, offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, tank gauges and fleet management systems.
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