Accounts Payable Clerk (Contract)

O'Brien Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm seeks an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to manage local and international accounts payable processes on a contract basis. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in accounts payable, with strong experience in foreign creditors and accounting systems. Responsibilities include processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounts payable.
• Proven experience handling foreign creditors and currency transactions.
• Proficiency in accounting systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify both local and foreign supplier invoices.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Reconcile accounts and prepare payment runs.

Skills

Foreign creditors handling

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Diploma or degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

Pastel

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a skilled Accounts Payable Clerk to join our finance team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will manage local and international accounts payable processes, ensuring accurate invoice handling, reconciliations, and vendor payments. Experience with foreign creditors is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and verify both local and foreign supplier invoices
• Match invoices with purchase orders and delivery notes
• Reconcile accounts and prepare payment runs
• Resolve supplier queries and follow up on outstanding issues
• Maintain accurate creditor records and ensure proper filing
• Assist with audit preparations and month-end processes
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and tax regulations

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounts payable
• Proven experience handling foreign creditors and currency transactions
• Proficiency in accounting systems (SAP, Pastel, or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Diploma or degree in Finance/Accounting preferred

If you meet the requirements and are immediately available or on short notice, we invite you to apply.