PTP Tower Lead
Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969. Would you like to be part of a business that connects people across the globe and want to make a difference? Then waste no time and join our amazing team at DHL Group. DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group's air, ocean, and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to customers in a wide range of industries globally.
Global Forwarding Freight – South Africa has an opening for a PTP Tower Lead where you will be the subject matter expert in Payables and Procurement processes, use functional knowledge to apply relevant and appropriate levels of judgment and decision making, may serve as a consultant to senior management in expertise or skill. You will also work closely within the Payables and Procurement team managing the deliverables of the outsourced Payables team as well as take lead of ICON our internal control system and ensures we adhere to each control by ensuring proper localization. Join us now in connecting people and improving lives.
In this PTP Tower Lead position
You will be the Payables specialist with expertise in Procure to Pay processes, including Invoice Processing, Payments, and Vendor Master data processes.
You will manage and support the SSC team.
You will execute in conjunction with the Shared Service Centre team the strategy for the Payable process.
You will act as a relationship builder across internal functions.
You will support compliance to policies, procedures, and SOPs for the Payables process.
You will work directly with the service providers to identify improvement opportunities.
You will develop and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers.
You will direct resolution of internal and external disputes/queries.
You will contact other teams (e.g., vendor master data group) to resolve master data issues.
You will conduct timely reviews of full supplier statement reconciliations.
You will manage the supplier ledger to ensure there are no risks, write-offs, or unrecovered debit balances in the AP ledger.
You will review the supplier ledger and ensure open debit items are utilized on a timely basis before moving on to the ageing bracket.
You will support the team with bank pending items and ensure timely processing of payments, including matching for all processed payments.
You will review the transaction queue and resolve issues on the unprocessed queue by providing relevant GL codes for processing where necessary.
You will review shipment files listed under the PTP processing queue (WHL files) and ensure timely processing of open accruals.
You will direct process improvement regarding accurate GL coding of invoices.
You will draft job aids as applicable for PTP processing teams and act as support.
You will manage the payables team members, ensuring they are aware of their responsibilities and receive support for growth and development.
You will manage the full procurement function to ensure local procurement is in line with our procurement policy.
You will manage the full ICON process to ensure all controls are adequate.
You will manage any deficient controls and ensure we implement procedures to meet each control's requirements.
Now, here's what we need from you
3-5 years of experience in a related field
Must have a matric
Bcom CA degree or equivalent
Newly qualified CA or currently preparing for the 2nd board exam
We offer:
Opportunities in a global company where you can contribute your ideas and skills to move towards our shared goals.
Possible further career development
Competitive salary
Why join DHL Global Forwarding?
We are part of DHL Group, the world's leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html
Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification attests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees. The development of talented women in our organization will be a focus for us and an important part of our DGF Strategy 2025.
We aspire to become the undisputed leader in our industry, when people think of forwarding; we want them to think DGF because we have:
The largest global network with more than ~30,000 passionate employees
The most efficient processes and fastest response times
The best solutions and best customer service
Our Vision: The Logistics Company for the World.
Our Mission: Excellence. Simply Delivered.Our Purpose: Connecting People, improving lives.Our Values: Respect & ResultsOur Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility
DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Work Authorization
DHL Global Forwarding will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in South Africa. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.
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