Group Accounts Payable

Sagen Advisory is recruiting for a Group Accounts Payable professional on behalf of a pioneering global provider of employee mobility solutions. This position is based in South Africa, offers a hybrid work arrangement, and reports to the Group Accounts Payable Team Lead.

If you are detail-oriented, thrive in a dynamic and international environment, and want to grow your career in accounts payable, we encourage you to apply through Sagen Advisory today!

About the Company

Our client is a leading global mobility specialist supporting corporations with the seamless relocation of their employees worldwide. They collaborate with a vast, trusted partner network to deliver comprehensive solutions for international assignments. Their service model is highly collaborative—acting as an extension of HR teams—and is designed to provide clients and assignees with a single, accountable point of contact throughout the relocation process. With international hubs across the UK, the US, Sweden, and Asia-Pacific, they manage global assignments in more than 100 countries, delivering reliable, high-touch services focused on accuracy, compliance, and outstanding customer experience. The team is comprised of dedicated, ambitious, and client-focused professionals who value continuous improvement and the highest standards of service delivery.

About the Role

The Group Accounts Payable professional is responsible for the end-to-end processing of supplier invoices using a dedicated in-house Accounts Payable portal. The role supports the global accounts payable function, particularly assisting regional teams in the UK, the US, Sweden, and Asia-Pacific. The primary objective is to ensure accurate, timely processing and reconciliation of invoices while developing and maintaining strong relationships with international vendors and internal teams.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the Accounts Payable portal for all global territories: vendor invoice upload, purchase order selection, business approvals, and submission to the Sage Finance system.
• Process approximately 2,500 invoices per month, complying with local tax and control requirements for each region.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and queries, collaborating cross-border with both internal departments and international suppliers.
• Allocate authorisers, review invoice data, and ensure correct nominal coding before submission.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and maintain up-to-date records, ensuring strong supplier relationships.
• Communicate mainly via written platforms, with periodic group meetings and calls with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Technical & Professional Requirements

• Experience working with AP portal systems (similar to industry-standard platforms where vendors submit invoices, and purchase order workflows are triggered).
• Medium proficiency with Sage or similar finance systems; relevant, transferrable accounts payable experience is highly valued.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-border processes in a high-volume environment (around 2,500 invoices monthly).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication skills, with comfort in a largely written and remote international work environment.

Team Structure & Working Arrangement

• Join a multinational AP team, with members based in the UK, US, Sweden, and Asia-Pacific.
• All functions are group-focused, supporting international accounts payable needs rather than South Africa-specific activities.
• The hybrid work option is available, in line with global team policies.

Growth & Development

• Candidates may explore progression opportunities within the local or international AP team.
• Longer-term potential includes movement across finance roles, such as progressing to a Billing Co-Ordinator position, depending on business needs and personal development.

Salary: R15 000–R20 000 monthly, depending on experience and qualifications.