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