Accounts Payable Assistant

Job DescriptionRed Ember Recruitment is looking for a Accounts Payable Assistant to work as part of the Accounts Payable team across both their Sage 200 and In-House travel system. Processing invoices on time, and payments are reconciled in a timely manner, to underpin the business in being able to continually operate in what is very dynamic and fast paced industry.Duties:Reconcile supplier statements for major airlines and hotel groups, managing the timely and accurate payment of these suppliers.Process employee expenses, while monitoring compliance to company policy.Credit Card payment reconciliation, resolving queries and resolving differences.Reconcile bank payments against purchases raised by reservations agents on internal booking system.Respond to both internal and external queries with an exceptionally high standard of customer service.Processing supplier invoices on our Sage System ensuring the appropriate approval process is followed, and payments are made in a timely manner.Experience:12 months Proven working experience as Accounts Payable Clerk.Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles.Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software.Prior experience in a customer-facing role or client management is advantageous.Skills and Knowledge:Proficient in Excel/ MS Office.Experience of NetSuite/Sage 200 and other accounting software- Advantageous.Numerically proficient.Attention to detail.Working to deadlines.Professional level of customer service both internally and externally.Competencies:Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers.Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and adapt to changing priorities.RequirementsMust reside in Cape Town- Non-negotiable.Must have a working smartphone device to complete 2 step verification when necessary- Non-negotiable.Completed Matric.Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting or Business Administration- Advantageous.South African Citizen.
#J-18808-Ljbffr