Creditors Manager

Do you thrive on bringing order to complex accounts and building strong working relationships Were looking for a Creditors Manager to lead the creditors function and team of clerks helping keep the wheels of a fast-paced logistics operation turning smoothly.

Why join this team

This role sits at the heart of our clients transport operations where accurate payments strong stakeholder relationships and tight financial controls all come together. Youll lead a dedicated creditors team manage relationships with transporters and take ownership of processes that keep the accounts payable team running efficiently. Its a role for someone who takes pride in getting the detail right while also seeing the bigger picture.

What you will be doing:

• Leading motivating and developing the creditors team to hit departmental goals
• Managing HR responsibilities including performance management recruitment and disciplinary processes
• Supporting staff performance providing training and handling grievances or conflict resolution
• Reporting weekly to the Finance Manager on outstanding queries staffing and new starters
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with transporters including on-boarding and regular check-ins
• Reviewing creditor reconciliations monthly and uploading approved payments to the accounting system
• Ensuring compliance with internal policies accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Identifying opportunities to automate and improve creditors processes

What we are looking for:

• Matric (essential) as a minimum
• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or related field (advantageous)
• Proven experience in a creditors or accounts payable management role ideally within transport or logistics
• Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g. Acumatica) creditor reconciliation processes and Microsoft Office
• Strong people-management skills including performance management and staff development
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret reconciliations and aging analyses
• Confident communication and relationship-management skills across all levels
• Ability to prioritise manage multiple queries at once and meet deadlines
• Sound judgement and a willingness to take ownership beyond the job description

What is in it for you:

• The chance to lead a team and shape how the creditors function runs
• Exposure to senior management and cross-functional collaboration
• A dynamic fast-paced environment where your contributions are visible and valued
• Room to drive process improvements and put your own stamp on the role

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