Overview
Accounts Payable Administrator Jobs in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal at Microminder
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Payable Administrator to join our growing finance team in Umhlanga, Durban. The successful candidate will support UK-based operations by ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and payments are made on time.
Key Responsibilities
Invoice Processing
· Receive, review, and verify supplier invoices for accuracy.
· Match invoices with purchase orders and supporting documentation.
· Code and accurately enter invoice data into the accounting system.
· Ensure invoices have the correct approvals before processing.
Payment Processing
· Prepare and process payment runs including BACS and Faster Payments.
· Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers.
· Process Direct Debit payments and reconcile them against supplier invoices.
Account Reconciliation
· Reconcile supplier statements to ensure balances are accurate.
· Investigate and resolve discrepancies, queries, or missing invoices.
Supplier Management
· Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records.
· Communicate with suppliers regarding payment queries and invoice issues.
· Set up new supplier accounts and validate supplier details.
General Finance Administration
· Audit staff and company card expenses ensuring compliance with company policy.
· Assist with month-end finance processes where required.
· Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
Compliance and Process Improvement
· Ensure all activities follow company financial policies and procedures.
· Support the finance team with process improvements and system enhancements.
Additional Support
· Assist with ad-hoc finance tasks and departmental projects when required.
Skills and Experience
· Essential
· Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
· Excellent organisational and time management skills.
· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
· Experience using accounting or finance systems.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work independently and within a team.
· Understanding of accounts payable processes and accounting principles.
· Experience with purchase order and invoice processing.
· Desirable
· Experience with bank reconciliations.
· Knowledge of general ledger coding.
· Previous experience working in a finance or accounting environment.
Pay: R18 000,00 – R20 000,00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- We are offering a maximum of R20 000 for this role, is this something you are comfortable with?
- This role requires you to work UK-aligned hours from our Umhlanga office.
During UK summer, the working hours are 09:30 to 18:00 South African time.
During UK winter, the working hours are 10:30 to 19:00 South African time.
Are you able and willing to work these hours on a full-time basis?
- What is the largest number of invoices you have personally processed in one month? Please include the approximate volume and the type of invoices processed.
Experience:
- Accounts Payable: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Accounts Payable Administrator
Company: Microminder
Location: Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
