Job Description

Accounts Payable and Travel & Expense Administrator
REF: KK583
Market Related Salary
Salt River, Western Cape
Our client is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable and Travel Expense Administrator to join their dynamic team.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Full Accounts Payable (AP) & Travel & Expense (T&E) Management: Handling all AP functions, including managing and processing vendor invoices, payment schedules, and reconciliations. Similarly, overseeing all aspects of travel and expense claims for employees
Payment Processing: Daily, weekly, and month-end activities, including loading payments, updating schedules, intercompany transaction processing and reconciliations
Credit Card Process Management: Full oversight of the corporate credit card expense claims and reconciling them
Budgeting & Audits: Supporting the annual budget preparation and business plans, along with assisting the Finance Manager in the annual audit process
Continuous Improvement: Focussing on enhancing internal processes, particularly around month-end close and overall financial operations
Finance Projects: Supporting various financial projects that may arise
REQUIREMENTS:
A relevant Finance related degree
10+ years experience in Accounts Payable / administrative roles
Experience in a US company environment would be an advantage
Organisational & Planning Skills: Must be able to manage complex tasks accurately, with a meticulous focus on detail. You should be able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, particularly under pressure and with set deadlines
Independence and Teamwork: Must be able to work autonomously, take initiative, and maintain a high standard of work, while also being able to collaborate effectively within a team
Problem-Solving: Must have a creative, disciplined, and proactive approach to addressing challenges in finance and operations processes
Communication & Relationship Building: Must have strong interpersonal skills for dealing with various teams and stakeholders, plus good communication and personal task management skills. Proven ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with diverse teams