Accounts Payables Clerk (JB5522)

Kontak Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa is looking for an experienced Accounts Payables Clerk to manage supplier accounts in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will handle end-to-end accounts payable processes including invoice capture, reconciliations, and payment allocations. Ideal applicants should have over 3 years of experience in accounts payable, especially in logistics or supply chain, and a strong working knowledge of Excel and accounting software. This is an on-site, full-time position based in Allens Nek, Roodepoort.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in accounts payable role within logistics or supply chain.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and experience with global logistics.

Responsibilities

• Capture, process, and reconcile supplier invoices.
• Perform monthly reconciliations and resolve account discrepancies.
• Allocate supplier payments accurately and timely.
• Liaise with suppliers to resolve queries and maintain payment schedules.

Skills

Experience with international suppliers

Strong attention to detail

Problem-solving ability

Knowledge of Excel

Experience with Xero

Communication skills

Tools

Xero

Slack

Notion

Job description

Accounts Payables Clerk (JB5522)
Allens Nek, Roodepoort, Johannesburg (On-site)
R20 – R25,000 CTC per month
Permanent

An established business based in Roodepoort is seeking a hands-on Accounts Payables Clerk with solid experience in logistics and supply chain environments. This full-time role is ideal for someone who is confident managing supplier accounts in a fast-paced, internationally connected operation.

You will be responsible for end-to-end accounts payable processes — from invoice capture and supplier reconciliations to payment allocations — while working closely with the logistics and operations teams. International exposure and knowledge of cross-border supply chain processes will be highly advantageous.

Minimum Requirements:

1. 3+ years’ experience in an accounts payable role, preferably within a logistics or supply chain environment
2. Experience with international suppliers or global logistics highly beneficial
3. Strong working knowledge of Excel, Xero, Notion, and Slack
4. Excellent reconciliation and payment allocation skills
5. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
6. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-moving environment
7. Based in or able to commute to Allens Nek, Roodepoort

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Capture, process, and reconcile supplier invoices
2. Perform monthly reconciliations and resolve account discrepancies
3. Allocate supplier payments accurately and timely
4. Liaise with local and international suppliers to resolve queries
5. Work closely with logistics and operations teams on payment timing and supplier coordination
6. Maintain accurate records and ensure payment schedules are met
7. Assist with finance admin and reporting as required

Please do not apply using scanned CVs; no supporting documentation is required at this point. This will be requested later.

Important: We specialize in specific niche fields. We are unable to assist with fields outside of this scope. Details can be viewed on our website.

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