Accounts Payable / Creditors Clerk

Headhunters; Durban; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks an experienced Accounts Payable / Creditors Clerk to manage invoice processing and ensure timely payments. Candidates should have a Matric with accounting, at least 2 years of experience, and proficiency in bookkeeping and financial records management. This position offers a significant opportunity for career advancement within a dynamic team in Durban.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years working experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk.
• High degree of accuracy and ability to meet deadlines.
• Understanding of compliance issues related to Accounts Payable.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payment of creditors.
• Reconcile accounts payable ledger to ensure all bills are accounted for.
• Resolve discrepancies by reconciling vendor accounts.

Skills

Data entry skills with attention to numerical detail

Proficiency in English

Hands-on experience with spreadsheets

Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles

Ability to calculate and manage financial records

Education

Matric with Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Proprietary accounting software

Job description

Our client in the Logistics Industry, based in Pinetown (KZN), is currently looking to employ an experienced Accounts Payable / Creditors Clerk to be responsible for processing all invoices received for payment and for undertaking the payment of all creditors in an accurate and timely manner.

Must be prepared to work alternate weekends.

Awesome career opportunity awaits.

Requirements:

Matric with Accounting as a subject.

Minimum of 2 years working experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk.

Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable principles.

Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.

Data entry skills with a strong attention to numerical detail.

Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary accounting software.

Proficiency in English and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.

Understanding of compliance issues related to Accounts Payable processes (e.g., VAT, tax).

Responsibilities:

Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payment of creditors.

Perform day-to-day financial transactions including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.

Reconcile accounts payable ledger to ensure all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.

Investigate and resolve any discrepancies by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly statements.

Facilitate payment of invoices by sending bill reminders and following up with vendors where necessary.

Prepare invoices and remittances for month-end payment processing.

Generate reports detailing accounts payable status and outstanding amounts.

Monitor and ensure correct product/service pricing on supplier invoices.

Understand and allocate expenses correctly to expense accounts and cost centers.

Ensure adherence to internal financial policies and procedures.

Liaise with department heads for invoice approvals and queries.

Attend to supplier queries and resolve disputes efficiently.

Assist in preparing documentation for audits and internal reviews.

Support the finance team with additional tasks as and when required.

Please be advised that if you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.

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