Accounts Payable Controller

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR008617/JLo

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

300000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Join a dynamic finance team as an Accounts Payable Controller and take charge of supplier payments, reconciliations, and audits!

POSITION INFO:
Company and Job Description:
A well-established contracting group with operations in South Africa and Namibia is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Controller to join its finance team in Montague Gardens, Cape Town.
The role is responsible for the accurate processing, control, and reporting of accounts payable transactions, while supporting broader finance functions, internal controls, and audit requirements. This position is ideal for a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced contracting environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable:

Manage full accounts payable cycle: process, approve, and pay supplier invoices.
Ensure compliance with purchase orders, contracts, and payment policies.
Maintain supplier accounts, resolve queries, and reconcile statements.
Ensure correct VAT treatment and accurate ledger postings.

General Ledger Support:

Process journals related to accounts payable and payroll.
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for Financial Manager review.
Reconcile intercompany loans and balance accounts; resolve discrepancies.

Banking and Cashbook:

Release approved payments on time via banking platforms.
Assist with cashbook processing and reconciliations.
Process and control pay cards; manage fleet/card transactions in ERP (Syspro preferred).

Procurement and Supplier Management:

Oversee supplier onboarding and maintain master data per internal controls.
Approve requisitions within delegated authority.

Internal Charges:

Coordinate with asset managers for accurate processing of internal charges (vehicles, hire purchase assets, equipment).

Wages and Hire Labour:

Oversee wage processing and ensure timely payments.
Process wage corrections and verify hire labour invoices.

Audit and Compliance:

Support internal and external audits with documentation and queries.
Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and controls.
Contribute to continuous improvement of internal control processes.

Job Experience and Skills Required:
Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or CIMA.
3–5 years’ experience in an accounts payable or finance role, preferably within construction, contracting, or industrial environments.
Strong understanding of accounts payable and general ledger processes.
Experience working with ERP systems (Syspro preferred).
Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

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For more information, contact:
Juanette Lotter
Executive Consultant

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