Job Description

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What We'll Bring:

Dynamics of the Role:




Accounts Payable Specialist II is a dynamic and figure orientated individual responsible for the accounts payable activities within the Africa AP/Procurement function. Reporting to the Manager - Accounts Payable, this goal orientated, driven and innovative individual will navigate a multicultural and highly competitive environment while partnering with a number of internal customers and suppliers to ensure that the accounts payable function operates in a way that exceeds expectations.


The Team's Focus:




The Finance Team operates in a vibrant, fast-paced and demanding performance-based environment. With multiple reporting lines to the headquarters based in Chicago as well as locally, deadlines are highly pressurized and non-negotiable. This team has a strong customer focus and aims to become a strategic partner with the business, enabling better business decisions and a brighter future for TransUnion. The team considers external factors which will influence the work environment as well as future conditions to ensure effective strategies. The accounts payable team operates in multiple countries across Africa.

What You'll Bring:

We're seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist II to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Review and reconcile accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Prepare journals, ensuring correct accounting treatment Maintain excellent relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders Utilize advanced Excel skills to track, analyze, and report on accounts payable data Management of credit card applications & reconciliations Preparation of manual & forex payments for review Stay up to date with company policies

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field Proven experience in accounts payable functions, with a strong understanding of accounting principles Excellent Excel skills, with ability to prepare recons and reports timeously Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail Prior supervisory experience (advantageous) Procurement & B-BBEE reporting experience (advantageous) Coupa & PeopleSoft experience (advantageous)

Impact You'll Make:

Be Recognized and Rewarded

: You'll receive a competitive salary and benefits package that reflects the value of your skills and the impact you'll bring to the team.

Shape the Future in a Growing Organization

: Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly influence growth and innovation.

Collaborate and Thrive

: Work within a supportive and high-performing team that values your input, encourages collaboration, and fosters professional development.
This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.
TransUnion Job Title


Specialist II, Accounting