Accounts Payable Co-Ordinator

Job Overview: Rewardsco is currently seeking the skills of a qualified Accounts Payable Coordinator for our offices based in Umhlanga. This role forms a key part of the operations of the Group. As a core focus you will be required to be part of a team while also working closely with business operations in coordinating the accounts payable process. An important aspect of the position will be to apply careful thought while performing tasks and create efficiencies in this process.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for requesting, validating, and raising supplier invoices.
• Collect, review, and verify invoices and check requests in accordance with the Rewardsco Group procurement policy.
• Flag and clarify any unusual or questionable invoice items or prices.
• Sort, code and match invoices to POs in Pastel.
• Set invoices up for payment.
• Enter and upload invoices into the system.
• Prepare electronic transfers and payments.
• Prepare and perform check runs.
• Post transactions to journals, ledgers and other records.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions.
• Prepare analysis of accounts/ accounts payable age analysis.
• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues.
• Maintain vendor files.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with all vendors and handle all inquiries from suppliers and employees.
• Assist with month end closing.
• Assisting the Finance Managers & Accounting Manager during the audit process.

Skills And Qualities

• Basic knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Aptitude for financial reporting
• Excellent Problem-solving skills
• Data query/data management abilities
• Capacity for innovation and Excellent communication skills and ability to interact at all levels within the organization.
• Ability to work in a highly pressurized department and to tight deadlines.

Technical Knowledge

• Matric (Grade 12) with strong academic record
• Minimum of 2-3years Account Payable experience is essential
• Sage Pastel & Evolution is preferred
• Diploma or Degree in Accounting is preferred
• Basic knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Please note that this is a 12 month contract position. Permanency after 12 months will be dependent on Operational requirements, Individual and Company performance. Should you not be contacted in two weeks please consider application as unsuccessful

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