Job Description

Head of Department - Cashbook, Payments, and CreditorsJoin Faircape Group's Expanding Finance DivisionAre you an experienced finance professional ready to step into a leadership role with strategic impact? Faircape Group is looking for a Head of Department: Cashbook, Payments, and Creditors to lead, manage, and oversee the entire function within our multi-entity, high-performance organisation.Faircape Group is a respected name across a range of industries, including Healthcare, Retirement Holdings, Telecommunications, ISP, Utility Management, Infrastructure Installation, and Property Management. If you're excited about managing high-volume operations in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, and leading a finance team within a growing organisation, this is the ideal opportunity.Why Join Faircape?
We offer an environment where strong leadership, a dedication to excellence and continuous improvement are valued. As a senior leader, you'll not only oversee day-to-day operational accuracy but also play a critical role in driving organisational and team growth.What We Offer:
xe2x9cx85 Quarterly performance bonuses - Recognising your leadership and delivery
xe2x9cx85 Long service leave - We reward commitment
xe2x9cx85 Onsite Barista - Fresh coffee on demand xe2x98x95
xe2x9cx85 Subsidised snacks & vending machines - For that midday boost
xe2x9cx85 Discounted ISP packages - Stay connected affordably
xe2x9cx85 Fixed flexi-time (07:00 - 18:00) - Support for work-life balance
xe2x9cx85 Subsidised parking - Convenient and cost-effective
xe2x9cx85 Central Claremont offices - Modern workspaces near Cavendish SquareKey Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Cashbook, Payments, and Creditors team
• Set departmental goals, monitor performance, and mentor staff
• Ensure process adherence and implement best practices and internal controls
• Manage staff resources xe2x80xa6 workloads and distribute tasks efficiently to meet strict deadlines
• Collaborate closely with cross functional teams to obtain holistic view of key practices influencing the financial cycle
• Oversee the full creditor cycle
• Manage supplier account reconciliations and process flow

• Ensure compliance with all internal and audit standards
• Review variances between invoices, orders, and statements, and resolve issues in collaboration with buyers and accountants
• Maintain and update recurring and once-off payment schedules
• Perform monthly supplier age analysis, review and reporting

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience in creditors, payments, and cashbook functions
• Proven years in a supervisory or management role
• Proven ability to manage high volumes across multi-entity environments
• Experience with Xero is beneficial
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, reconciliations, and cashbook best practices

Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Advanced spreadsheet and financial reconciliation skills
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organisational ability
• Clear and professional communication (written and verbal)
• Tech-savvy - Google Workspace (Drive, Sheets, Docs) advantageous
• Proven problem-solving capability under pressure
• Deadline-driven, accurate, and adaptable to change
• High level of integrity and accountability

Additional Requirements:

• Clear credit, criminal, and health records
• Solid references supporting leadership and technical capabilities

Working Hours:
Standard hours are Monday to Friday, 08h00 - 17h00, with a 45-minute lunch. Flexi-time available between 07h00 and 18h00, subject to manager approval.To learn more about working at Faircape, visit:If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please consider it unsuccessful.

Faircape Group