
Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant | 6-Month Contract
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Contract
- Full-time
- Monitor and manage supplier email accounts; ensure timely invoice processing in JDE.
- Accurately process AP invoices and related documentation.
- Obtain appropriate coding for all expenses and ensure correct allocation.
- Verify correct tax treatment and compliance with withholding requirements.
- Resolve invoice queries in collaboration with suppliers and in-country teams.
- Ensure expense approvals comply with Delegation of Authority (DOA) policies.
- Confirm that only authorized suppliers are used.
- Process intercompany invoices and supporting documentation received from controllers and IC partners.
- Apply appropriate expense coding and approval workflows for IC transactions.
- Prepare accurate and timely third-party and intercompany payments across countries, following the centralised payment schedule.
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
- Minimum 2 – 3 years' experience in Accounts Payable, finance operations, or a similar role.
- Experience working in a centralized finance environment is advantageous.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and AP processes
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and email systems
- Familiarity with JDE (or similar systems) is a plus
(Reference: APA_VNT_WP)