Accounts Payable Clerk

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Professional development

Provident fund

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our client's team in a hybrid role. You will process vendor invoices, manage payments, and maintain vendor relations to ensure accuracy and timely settlements.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in accounts payable, proficiency with Sage or SAP and Excel, and strong organizational and communication skills to thrive in a busy finance environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in accounts payable or similar role.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices with accurate coding and authorization.
• Manage end-to-end payment runs and reconcile vendor statements.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain orderly accounts payable records and files.
• Assist with month-end close related to accounts payable.
• Ensure compliance with procurement and payment policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Tools

Sage

SAP

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a diligent Accounts Payable Clerk to join their team in Richards Bay . This hybrid role involves managing the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments. You will be responsible for maintaining strong vendor relationships and ensuring adherence to company policies. The position requires a detail-oriented individual who can manage a high volume of transactions efficiently while contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. This is an excellent opportunity to grow within a key finance support role.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper coding and authorization.
• Manage the end-to-end payment process, including preparing payment runs and reconciling vendor statements.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date accounts payable records and files.
• Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures regarding procurement and payment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounts payable role.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage, SAP) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of the accounts payable cycle and basic accounting principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for vendor and internal stakeholder interactions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development in finance.
• Contribution to a provident fund.
• Positive and collaborative work environment.