Temporary Accounts Payable Officer: 2-4 Month Contract

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Officer for a temporary assignment of two to four months, starting 1 April 2026.

This role is ideal for a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume finance environment and is able to hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts payable cycle from invoice capturing to payment processing

• Verify and process supplier invoices in line with company policies

• Execute weekly supplier payment runs

• Perform monthly reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve queries

• Ensure all transactions are supported by valid and compliant documentation

• Maintain accurate financial records and support audit processes

Requirements

• NQF Level 7 qualification (Degree, BTech, or Advanced Diploma in Finance/Accounting)

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an Accounts Payable role

• Strong understanding of the accounts payable function and processes

• Experience working with Sage 300 ERP systems

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of transactions

Additional Information

• Exposure to high-value transactions (monthly processing in the region of R40 million)

• Working with approximately 20+ suppliers, including both recurring and ad hoc vendors

• Opportunity to gain experience in a busy financial year-end and audit environment

Start Date: 1 April 2026