Controller/ Accounts payable

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Creditors Controller – Americas to lead our Accounts Payable Logistics function for the Americas region. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional with strong leadership capabilities, excellent reconciliation skills, and a passion for driving process excellence in a dynamic, international environment. The successful candidate will manage a small team responsible for the accurate and timely processing of logistics and supply chain creditor transactions, ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and effective supplier relationship management. Please note that all applications and CVs must be submitted in English in order to be considered for this position, as English proficiency is a key requirement of the role.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Creditors Management Lead and manage the end-to-end logistics and supply chain Accounts Payable process.

Ensure supplier invoices are accurately processed and recorded in NetSuite in compliance with company policies and tax regulations.

Generate purchase orders accurately and within required timelines.

Ensure all invoice allocations are completed accurately and timeously.

Monitor and follow up on outstanding requisitions, purchase orders, and goods/service receipt transactions.

Ensure invoices, credits, payments, and related transactions are correctly matched and reconciled.

Upload approved invoices and supporting documentation into designated NetSuite folders.

Creditors Reconciliations & Reporting Take full ownership of creditor age analyses and account reconciliations.

Investigate, reconcile, and resolve unmatched or outstanding items.

Prepare and report monthly creditor aging analyses.

Ensure general ledger balances accurately reflect supplier liabilities.

Escalate and report unusual or unresolved reconciling items.

Invoice Review & Payment Approval Review and approve logistics-related invoices prior to payment.

Verify general ledger allocations and supporting documentation, including: Bills of lading

Shipping documentation

Consignment details

Freight and logistics costs

Prepare weekly cash flow forecasting inputs.

Query Resolution & Stakeholder Management Lead the resolution of internal and external supplier queries.

Build strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders.

Investigate and resolve account discrepancies efficiently and professionally.

Master Data Management Maintain accurate Logistics Supplier Master Reference Data (MRD).

Ensure all supplier records comply with company policies and governance requirements.

Cost Analysis & Financial Controls Support cost analysis and reporting activities relating to logistics and supply chain operations.

Perform variance analyses between standard and actual logistics costs.

Support weekly reconciliations and cost validation processes.

Collaborate with Grower Accounting and other finance teams where applicable.

Team Leadership Manage, coach, and develop a small AP team.

Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Ensure team objectives and service delivery standards are consistently achieved.

Requirements

Qualifications Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Diploma or Degree).

Experience Minimum of 3–5 years' relevant accounting or Accounts Payable experience.

Previous experience supervising or leading a small finance team is advantageous.

Experience within logistics, supply chain, agribusiness, fresh produce, or related industries will be highly beneficial.

Language Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal).

Knowledge & Technical Skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Strong understanding of end-to-end Accounts Payable processes and controls.

Excellent reconciliation and analytical skills.

Understanding of general ledger accounting principles.

Experience working with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite.

Strong email and stakeholder communication skills.

Knowledge of grower accounting, agribusiness