Accounts Payable Clerk

Kencorp; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Cape Town seeks an experienced Accounts Payable professional to manage invoicing and payment processes. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in accounts payable, an NQF6 qualification, and strong proficiency in Excel. A detail-oriented individual who can work independently will be crucial for ensuring accurate financial operations.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in an Accounts Payable role, preferably in high transaction environments.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles is necessary.
• Experience with paperless systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify invoices and purchase orders.
• Ensure timely payment of invoices and adherence to credit terms.
• Prepare and process payment runs as needed.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Proficiency in Excel

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Education

NQF6 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Review and verify invoices, purchase orders, delivery notes, and other supporting documents.
• Ensure invoices are processed accurately and promptly.
• Check invoices for errors and inconsistencies.
• Match invoices to purchase orders.
• Resolve purchase orders, invoices, or payment discrepancies.
• Prepare and process payment runs weekly or as needed.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions with supplier statements.
• Ensure timely payment of all invoices and ensure that credit terms are adhered to.
• Keep accurate records of all financial transactions and documentation.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers and resolve payment-related queries.
• Generate monthly and ad-hoc reports.
• Follow up on outstanding issues and queries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.
• Participate in financial audits.

Requirements

• 3 years of experience in an Accounts Payable role, preferably within an industry handling high volumes of transactions.
• NQF6 or equivalent qualification required.
• Proficiency in Excel is essential, and experience with paperless systems would be advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and a fundamental understanding of accounting principles are necessary.
• Capable of working independently with a high level of self-discipline.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and proficient problem-solving abilities.