Accounts Payable / Creditors Controller - Epping Industrial, Cape Town

Sagen Advisory; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 167,400 - 245,520; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a proactive and detail-driven Creditors Controller in Cape Town. The role involves managing the full creditors function within the operational finance team, including processing supplier invoices and ensuring timely reconciliations. Ideal candidates will have a National Senior Certificate with Mathematics, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and advanced MS Excel skills. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are necessary. Competitive salary range of R15,000 – R22,000 per month offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a National Senior Certificate with Mathematics.
• 3-5 years' experience in Accounts Payable or Operational Finance required.
• Advanced MS Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end processing of supplier invoices.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations and ensure timely supplier payments.
• Resolve debit items and aged vendor statement issues.

Skills

Mathematics proficiency

Accounts Payable / Creditors experience

Supplier/vendor account reconciliation

Advanced MS Excel skills

Attention to detail

Education

National Senior Certificate

NQF Level 6 Diploma

Tools

Syspro

Job description

Overview

Creditors Controller — Location: Epping Industrial, Cape Town. Salary: R15,000 – R22,000 per month. Employment Type: Full-time.

Sagen Advisory Recruitment is hiring on behalf of our client — an integrated group of companies with interests across Engineering, Construction, Fabrication, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Property sectors. They are seeking a proactive and detail-driven Creditors Controller to manage the full creditors function within their operational finance team.

Minimum Requirements

• National Senior Certificate with Mathematics – non-negotiable
• NQF Level 6 Diploma or higher – preferred
• 3–5 years’ experience in Accounts Payable / Creditors or Operational Finance
• Strong experience in supplier/vendor account reconciliation
• Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Syspro) – preferred
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Valid driver’s license and own, reliable vehicle

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end processing of supplier invoices and expense reports
• Prepare monthly reconciliations and ensure timely supplier payments
• Resolve debit items and aged vendor statement issues proactively
• Respond to queries and follow up on outstanding invoices and credit notes
• Ensure compliance with internal control procedures and proper authorization
• Record expenses accurately and prepare accruals for month-end and year-end
• Assist with financial reporting and closing processes
• Complete credit applications and maintain supplier records
• Perform ad-hoc finance tasks as required by management