Accounts Payable Clerk

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm based in Johannesburg is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk on a 3-month contract. The candidate will manage supplier invoices, ensure timely payments, and maintain accurate records. Requirements include a finance-related diploma and 3 years of creditors experience. This role empowers candidates to contribute effectively while assessing potential for permanent employment post-probation.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in creditors management, specifically processing and reconciling.
• Sound knowledge of accounting practices, including the latest VAT act.
• Proficiency in MS Office software.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage supplier invoices accurately.
• Reconcile supplier accounts on a monthly basis.
• Ensure timely payments to suppliers.

Skills

Accuracy

Stress tolerance

Attention to detail

Customer / Client Focus

Team player

Education

Certificate / Diploma in Finance and/or BCom

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

ERP system

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a reputable company based in Johannesburg , is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing and managing supplier invoices, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accurate financial records. Please note that this is a 3-month contract; permanent employment would be based on performance after the 3-month probation period.

Main Outputs

• Match and process invoices daily according to the Accounting Principles and VAT Act.
• Reconcile supplier accounts on a monthly basis prior to payment and follow up on any reconciling items.
• Manage outstanding GRN reports to ensure no items are over 60 days.
• Ensure that payments are done in accordance with agreed supplier terms to maximise rebates.
• Respond to accounts payable queries from suppliers, management, internal clients, and auditors.
• Liaise with existing suppliers and new suppliers on information required.
• Filing and retrieval of invoices in a methodical manner.
• Ensure that all suppliers are loaded with the appropriate authorisation and supporting documents.
• Receive, sort, and prioritise incoming posts and invoices.

Key Competencies

• Accuracy
• Result orientated
• Stress tolerance
• Energetic / Driven / Self-starter
• Attention to detail
• Decisiveness
• Customer / Client Focus
• Planning ability
• Relationship building
• Team player
• Oral Communication

Requirements

• Certificate / Diploma in Finance and/or BCom.
• Computer literacy with sufficient knowledge of MS Office software (specifically MS Excel and MS Word).
• 3 years of creditors experience – processing, reconciling, and payment.
• Sound knowledge of accounting practices including the latest VAT act.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook (intermediate skill level) and an ERP system.