Local Accounts Payable Administrator

The Local Accounts Payable Administrator controls all aspects of the local accounts payable function for PUMA South Africa. The role is responsible for local payments, monitoring the purchase order system, reconciling local vendor accounts, processing payments, executing efficient payment runs and delivering month-end closure tasks. It operates within the local finance function and focuses on timely supplier payments, reducing unallocated transactions and accurate month-end reporting.

• Control all aspects of the local accounts payable function for PUMA South Africa.
• Control and process local payments.
• Monitor and manage the purchase order system to ensure approved and invoiced purchase orders are paid within the respective payment timelines.
• Reconcile local vendor accounts.
• Execute efficient and timeous payment runs to minimise supplier complaints about late payments.
• Reduce unallocated transactions throughout the year, aiming for no unallocated transactions older than four months by year end.
• Prepare and submit accurate month-end closure deliverables on time.

• Matric.
• 3+ years' experience in a similar accounts payable role.
• Solid understanding of reconciliation principles.
• Computer literacy.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• A control-focused and systematic approach to work.

• Matric with Accounting as a subject.
• A Diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide. PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability, and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination.