Accounts Payable Coordinator

Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence

Accounts Payable Coordinator at KFC ensuring accurate processing of supplier invoices. Responsible for maintaining financial controls and managing cross-border transactions in BMU Finance and Accounting.

Posted 5/16/2026full-timeJohannesburg • 🇿🇦 South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and within required deadlines
Ensure all invoices are properly authorized in line with company approval frameworks and levels of authority
Allocate invoices to the correct supplier accounts and General Ledger codes
Perform daily Accounts Payable postings and maintain up-to-date records
Execute payment runs in accordance with agreed payment terms
Distribute remittance advice to suppliers following payment runs
Maintain organized and audit-compliant filing of invoices and supporting documentation
Proactively follow up and resolve supplier queries and discrepancies
Reconcile supplier statements to Accounts Payable records monthly
Perform monthly reconciliation of General Ledger and creditors accounts
Identify and escalate discrepancies, variances, or control issues
Ensure strict adherence to internal controls, policies, and audit requirements
Liaise with restaurant operations teams regarding invoice queries and approvals
Process and manage foreign currency invoices, ensuring accurate exchange rate application
Monitor and apply relevant exchange rates for cross-border transactions (e.g., ZMW to ZAR or USD)
Assist in managing cross-border supplier payments, ensuring compliance with financial and regulatory requirements
Identify and investigate foreign exchange variances and resolve discrepancies
Liaise with internal teams (e.g., Zambia finance team) regarding cross-border transactions and queries

Requirements

What you’ll need

Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent is essential.
A degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred.
3-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a similar role is required.
Experience in a high-volume, multi-branch environment, especially in retail or QSR, is advantageous.
Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes and general accounting principles.
Proficiency in accounting systems, with exposure to JDE being an asset.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail, especially with foreign currency transactions.
Experience with cross-border Accounts Payable processes and Zambia tax/VAT requirements is preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and a proactive, accountable approach.
Basic understanding of foreign exchange (FX) principles
Ability to manage multi-currency transactions in a high-volume environment
Knowledge of Zambia statutory and tax requirements relating to supplier management (Payments/invoices)

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and within required deadlines
Ensure all invoices are properly authorized in line with company approval frameworks and levels of authority
Allocate invoices to the correct supplier accounts and General Ledger codes
Perform daily Accounts Payable postings and maintain up-to-date records
Execute payment runs in accordance with agreed payment terms
Distribute remittance advice to suppliers following payment runs
Maintain organized and audit-compliant filing of invoices and supporting documentation
Proactively follow up and resolve supplier queries and discrepancies
Reconcile supplier statements to Accounts Payable records monthly
Perform monthly reconciliation of General Ledger and creditors accounts
Identify and escalate discrepancies, variances, or control issues
Ensure strict adherence to internal controls, policies, and audit requirements
Liaise with restaurant operations teams regarding invoice queries and approvals
Process and manage foreign currency invoices, ensuring accurate exchange rate application
Monitor and apply relevant exchange rates for cross-border transactions (e.g., ZMW to ZAR or USD)
Assist in managing cross-border supplier payments, ensuring compliance with financial and regulatory requirements
Identify and investigate foreign exchange variances and resolve discrepancies
Liaise with internal teams (e.g., Zambia finance team) regarding cross-border transactions and queries 🎯 Requirements
Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent is essential.
A degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred.
3-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a similar role is required.
Experience in a high-volume, multi-branch environment, especially in retail or QSR, is advantageous.
Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes and general accounting principles.
Proficiency in accounting systems, with exposure to JDE being an asset.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail, especially with foreign currency transactions.
Experience with cross-border Accounts Payable processes and Zambia tax/VAT requirements is preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and a proactive, accountable approach.
Basic understanding of foreign exchange (FX) principles
Ability to manage multi-currency transactions in a high-volume environment
Knowledge of Zambia statutory and tax requirements relating to supplier management (Payments/invoices) Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs

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Hard Skills & Tools

Accounts PayableGeneral Ledgerforeign currency transactionscross-border paymentsreconciliationaccounting principlesJDEMicrosoft ExcelZambia taxVAT

Soft Skills

attention to detailcommunicationinterpersonal skillscollaborationproactive approachaccountability

Certifications

Matric (Grade 12)degree in Accountingdegree in Finance