Accounts Payable - GRNI Cleanup (40158) at Ntice Sourcing Solutions

Job Description

• Accounts Payable Specialist - GRNI Cleanup Specialist (6-Month FTC)
• Location: Melrose, Johannesburg
• A leading organization is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to support its transactional services team. This role will focus on Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI) cleanup related to purchases made prior to a recent system change. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and a deep understanding of accounts payable processes.

Responsibilities include:

• GRNI Reconciliation: Review and resolve GRNI balances by investigating discrepancies between received goods and recorded invoices.
• Vendor & Internal Communication: Liaise with vendors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies, ensure timely invoicing, and match goods receipts with corresponding invoices.
• Invoice Processing: Ensure invoices are correctly matched to purchase orders and goods receipts before submission to the processing team.
• Issue Resolution: Identify and resolve GRNI-related issues, including unprocessed invoices, under/over deliveries, and duplicate entries.
• Reporting: Generate and maintain GRNI aging reports and related metrics, escalating risks and unresolved discrepancies to management.
• Month-End Closing: Assist with the monthly closing process, ensuring that outstanding GRNI accounts are cleared.
• Compliance & Internal Controls: Ensure that all activities adhere to company policies, accounting standards, and legal regulations.

Required Skills:

• Diploma in Finance or Accounting (AAT qualification or equivalent preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an Accounts Payable Steward role with a focus on GRNI reconciliation.
• Experience working in large-scale or multi-location organizations across Africa.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and experience using SAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve complex discrepancies.
• Attention to detail and the ability to handle large data volumes.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.