Team Lead Accounts Payable

As our Accounts Payable Team Lead, you will be instrumental in leading the team that delivers end-to-end supplier payments for the Group. The role involves hands-on responsibility for payment review and release across multiple banking platforms, oversight of cash flow management and strong engagement with internal stakeholders and banking partners. Your drive and ideas will help us move faster, improve smarter, and stay ahead of the game.

• Oversee the end-to-end payment process to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all disbursements.
• Review payment requests for compliance with internal policies, completeness of documentation, and appropriate approvals.
• Act as the First Releaser for all payments, ensuring due diligence before release.
• Collaborate closely with the Final/Second Releaser to ensure seamless execution and alignment on payment priorities.
• Maintain robust documentation and digital retention of payment records to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and enforce adherence to payment cut-off times and banking schedules.
• Monitor and manage liquidity across all entities within the group to ensure operational continuity.
• Track and forecast settlement inflows, wallet withdrawals, and funding requirements on a daily basis.
• Lead weekly, monthly, and quarterly cash flow planning, ensuring alignment with treasury forecasts and business needs.
• Identify and escalate potential shortfalls or funding gaps proactively, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding payment-related matters.
• Manage expectations across departments, including Finance, Treasury, and external banking partners.
• Communicate potential issues, delays, or risks in a timely and professional manner, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Provide regular updates and reporting to senior management on payment status, cash flow, and team performance.
• Lead and support the Accounts Payable team, including resource planning, workload distribution, and performance management.
• Ensure all team members have appropriate system access and functionality to perform their roles effectively.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the team.
• Conduct regular check-ins, training sessions, and process reviews to enhance team capability and efficiency.
• Own the preparation and sign-off of SOX Control TRE_06 related to payment processes within FloQast.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Maintain and regularly update detailed process documentation to support business continuity and knowledge transfer.
• Review and validate team process notes to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Participate in and lead ad hoc projects as required, including system upgrades, process improvements, and cross-functional initiatives.

• Clear, confident communication (written and verbal), and the ability to breakdown complex ideas (required)
• A collaborative mindset, working smoothly with cross‑functional teams to hit shared goals (required)
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects without dropping the ball (required)
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high‑quality work (required)
• Adaptability – you stay sharp, productive and positive in fast‑moving environments (required)
• Completed financial qualification preferably in accounting/finance (required)
• Core accounts payable across Banking Platforms and payment methods (required)
• Leadership and Team Management skills (required)
• Stakeholder & Relationship Management/Engagement (required)
• Process Improvement & Operational Excellence (required)
• In-depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types and market trends (preferred)
• Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations (preferred)
• Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to legal standards (preferred)
• Experience in developing and executing customer retention strategies (preferred)
• Experience with Financial Systems Risk, Control & Compliance Skills (preferred)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (required)

• Supergrowth is real here. Our learning and development programmes give you the tools, training and opportunities to level up fast.
• Your progress matters . Our Performance tool ensures you get meaningful feedback to support your development and superdrive your career.
• Support that has your back . Our Employee Assistance Programme offers resources for you and your family.
• Group Life Cover
• Funeral Fund Benefit
• Income Continuation Benefit
• Medical Aid Subsidy
• Retirement Annuity Subsidy