Accounts Payable Lead

Accounts Payable Lead We are actively seeking exceptional talent to assist us in expanding the reach of the world's favourite fried chicken brand throughout this continent.
If you're confident you have what it takes to join our Finger Lickin' Good family, take the next step and apply now.
What is the job: The successful Accounts Payable Lead will be an experienced, resilient AP specialist with a solid understanding of general ledger, bookkeeping, and accounts payable principles.
You will enjoy driving change and have a process improvement mindset.
You will be inquisitive and able to challenge the status quo, with experience using finance packages and Excel, strong numeracy skills, and excellent attention to detail.
What will be expected of you? Lead the Accounts Payable team to meet their objectivesSupport internal teams and external suppliers with account queries Effective utilisation of the Accounts Payable team to continuously improve the payment process including automation where possibleCoordinate the approval and posting of invoices in line with internal policyPreparation and checking of vendor reconciliations Reviewing and preparing supplier payment batches Assist with month-end closeAssist Auditors with year-end audit Are you qualified? B.
Com Accounting degree or similar or Accounting Diploma coupled with minimum 5 years' experience in accounts payable Did you do this before? 3-5 years experience in Accounts Payable department (with a degree) will be advantageous or minimum 5 years experience if coupled with an Accounting Diploma Do you have what it takes? Adherence to principles and valuesLeadership skillsExcellent communication skillsSelf-starter, flexible, energetic, and confidentHigh level of efficiencyKeen to improve processesExcellent reconciliation skills and applicable financial technical knowledgeStrong resistance to pressure and experience in a high-volume environmentExcellent problem-solving skillsExcellent computer literacyAnalytical and attention to detailPlanning, organizing, and collaboration skillsAdvanced Excel skillsKnowledge of Sage Evolution is advantageous There is a seat for you at our table. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging and will make an appointment in line with these objectives.We will close this vacancy on 16/8/2024