Job Description

Do spreadsheets spark joy? Do you find peace in perfectly matched invoices and dream of vendors who submit their paperwork on time? If your idea of a wild Friday night involves reconciling accounts and color-coding expenses, you might be the AP Accountant we've been searching for. We're on the lookout for a detail-obsessed number whisperer who's ready to keep our payables pristine and our finance team smiling.
We will trust you to:

• Process and enter high volumes of invoices into the accounting system accurately and on time, including handling the full 3-way matching AP cycle.
• Review, code, and verify vendor invoices; route for payment approvals in line with internal policies; process payment runs.
• Maintain and update vendor master data, including onboarding new suppliers and managing account details. Provide support to team members to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payments, invoices, or related issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Reconcile accounts and other disbursements, ensuring accurate and complete financial records.
• Support other departments in applying and complying with employee expense report policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with company policies. Maintain accounting and reconciliation for T&E expenses.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, proactively resolving pricing, shipping, and other discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and posting of financial transactions to ensure the accuracy of financial statements.
• Develop, implement, and enhance departmental policies, procedures, and controls to improve operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with internal control requirements and company policies.
• Set and facilitate the achievement of department objectives.
• Support other business office functions as needed, including budgeting, general ledger reporting, audits, and other assigned duties.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 0-2 years of experience in an account payable or related role
• Good understanding of accounting standards and principles
• Fluency in English is mandatory
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong competency for customer service in the professional services industry required
• Proficiency with computers, especially business solutions and bookkeeping software

Benefits

• International exposure: Work on USA listed companies
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Internet Allowance
• Sanlam Reality Plus membership
• Paid Study Leave
• Maternity/Paternity Leave

Skills Required