The position of Finance Controller Accounts Payable  is vacant. The Finance Controller Accounts Payable role will report directly to the Finance Manager Accounts Payable and forms part of the Finance Division. The position is temporary for 6 months and will be based at GEMS Head Office.

The total remuneration package for this position is negotiable based on qualifications and experience.

The Finance Controller Accounts Payable will be required to provide support to the Finance Manager Accounts Payable through the implementation of the following Key Performance Areas (KPAs):

• Verify supplier invoices for accuracy of goods/services received
• Capture all invoices for processing
• Prepare creditor reconciliations and submitfor review
• Process payments for all approved invoices
• Prepare monthlyGL reconciliations
• Prepare month-end and year-end accruals required to ensure accurate reporting of expenses in the Schemes AFS
• Attend to all month-end and year-end processes within stipulated time frames
• Responsible for management of the travel agency account for all travel related expenditure
• Prepare vendor account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Resolve all account queries
• Add vendors and employees on the Masterfile
• Ensure that all payment related documents and reconciliations are filed to ensure a proper audit trail is maintained for audit purposes
• Ensure adherence to all the Scheme policies and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor and report operational risks identified
• Obtain all information required by the auditors within the stipulated time frames
• Attend to all audit queries timeously
• Assist with Adhoc requests as required by Finance Manager and Senior Manager

Qualification Requirements:

• Certificate/Diploma in Accounting/ or related field
• Minimum two (2) year’s accounts payable and finance related experience.
• Experience in AX Dynamics would be an added advantage

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles like debits/credits, financial statements, accounts payable processes, year-end close, etc.
• Proficiency with accounting software
• Communication skills - both oral and written, to liaise with internal/external stakeholders.
• Capability to resolve financial and accounting issues independently.
• Careful and accurate with financial figures, records and compliance requirements.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize workloads, and compile reports within deadlines.
• In-depth knowledge of financial statements, expenses, payables management, and working capital.
• Understanding of relevant accounting standards, tax laws and internal controls.
• Negotiation skills - To resolve payment issues with suppliers/vendors, negotiate deals/services.
• Handle work pressures and stressful situations with meticulous timekeeping

Behavioural Competencies:

• Integrity - Honesty, sincerity and strong ethical conduct in financial dealings.
• Accountability - Owning responsibilities, being answerable for team/function performance.
• Attention to detail - Thoroughness in financial tasks to avoid errors/loss of funds.
• Organizational skills - Planning, prioritizing workloads to ensure compliance with deadlines.
• Communication skills - Effective interpersonal skills to liaise internally/external stakeholders.
• Collaboration - Ability to work cooperatively across functions/teams to resolve issues.
• Problem-solving - Independent troubleshooting skills to address financial challenges.
• Customer service - Polite, cooperative service to internal/external clients and vendors.
• Resilience - Ability to thrive under work pressures, strong work ethic to deliver goals.
• Time management - Careful use of time to meet commitments, handing priorities efficiently.
• Adaptability - Flexibility to take on varying tasks, comfort with change in processes.
• Attention to policy/process - Understanding and complying with financial regulations.
• Initiative - Proactive approach, ability to anticipate requirements with minimal supervision.
• Reliability - Dependable in performing duties accurately according to SOPs/guidelines.
• Business awareness - Understanding the link between finance and overall organization success.

Desirable

• Have an understanding of medical schemes industry

Should you be interested, please apply here 

The closing date for applications is 3 November 2023. Should you not hear from us by 31 January 2024, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

*** GEMS employs people with the highest level of integrity – submission to the appropriate pre-employment assessment is obligatory to be considered for the position.

*** Kindly note that the information provided on application of the position may be shared with a third party for vetting purposes and will be stored by GEMS for a period of 5 years.

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*** GEMS adopts a hybrid work model

***GEMS is guided by the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to groups who are underrepresented in accordance with GEMS employment equity plan.