Overview
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist Jobs in Cape Town, South Africa at Houst
Houst Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
The Senior Accounts Payable Clerk ensures the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial records, supporting the company’s financial health and strategic decision-making. This role involves managing the Accounts payable function, reconciliations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to enhance financial processes.
Responsibilities:
Invoice Processing & Management:
Verify and approve invoices for accuracy, compliance, and approvals. Ensure timely and accurate entry of invoices into accounting systems.
Payment Processing:
Manage and execute payments, ensuring they are completed on time and within agreed terms. Oversee multiple payment methods, including bank transfers. Reconcile accounts payable transactions with bank statements.
Financial Reporting & Compliance:
Support the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and complete financial records. Maintain accounts payable reports, including aging reports, for management review. Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and legal regulations.
Process Improvement:
Identify and implement process automation to enhance efficiency in accounts payable. Develop and maintain financial controls to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Cash Flow & Forecasting:
Monitor and manage working capital and coordinate payment schedules. Assist in preparing accurate and timely cash flow forecasts. Manage currency holdings to optimise financial efficiency.
Risk Management:
Implement controls to detect and prevent fraud within payment processes. Regularly assess financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Collaboration & Problem Resolution:
Work closely with finance and operations teams to ensure accurate reporting and smooth workflows. Address and resolve escalated accounts payable issues. Provide financial support and insights to internal stakeholders.
Requirements
Proven experience in an accounts payable or finance role (typically 3+ years).
Experience with invoice processing, payment runs, and bank reconciliations.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards (e.g., IFRS or GAAP).
Experience supporting month-end close processes and preparing financial reports.
Background in working with financial controls and compliance frameworks.
Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Net Suite).
Strong Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, reconciliations).
Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to identify and implement process improvements, especially in automation.
Understanding of cash flow management and working capital principles.
Exposure to multi-currency environments and international payment processes.
Knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks relevant to accounts payable.
Please note:
This is a
hybrid role, with 2-3 days
in the office each week. You must be comfortable working UK hours 09:00-18:00 GMT, including adjustments for daylight savings which may shift to
10:00-19:00 or 11:00-20:00 SA time.
Benefits
23 days paid holiday days (plus public holidays)
An extra day off for your birthday – because who wants to work on their birthday?
Hybrid working model
Opportunities to innovate
Better Help coverage for mental health support
Laptop – for business use
Salary: R25,000-R30,000 per month (dependent on experience)
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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Title: Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Company: Houst
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Category: Finance & Banking (Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance), Accounting (Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance)
