AP Clerk: DC

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Financial Assistant to manage creditor payments and supplier reconciliations. The candidate should possess an advanced diploma in Finance/Accounting and relevant working experience. Join a team that values growth and accountability in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant working experience required.
• Matric required with an advanced diploma or equivalent certification in Finance/Accounting preferable.

Responsibilities

• Process all DSD merchandise creditors' payments and associated activities.
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping for all accounting activities.
• Respond to merchandise supplier queries and escalate as necessary.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Planning skills

Strong computer skills

Education

Advanced Diploma in Finance/Accounting

Matric

Job description

Key Responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Process all DSD merchandise creditors’ payments and associated activities as per agreed SLA;
• Follow up on unacknowledged stock;
• Check invoices against the SAP system and check for discrepancies;
• Issue claims to suppliers for returns;
• Process all journals and journal adjustments;
• Complete monthly remittance accurately and timeously;
• Perform and complete all supplier account reconciliations and communicate to suppliers accordingly;
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping for all accounting activities for audit purposes;
• Respond to merchandise supplier queries and escalate to the responsible stakeholders if necessary.
• Adhere to regulatory payment requirements.
• Work alongside the Accounts Payable teams to ensure all month end and year end processes are accurate and completed as per the agreed timelines and guidelines;
• Check all statements and where discrepancies have not been resolved, escalate timeously to the AP Supervisor: Direct Stores Deliveries
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• 1-3 years of relevant working experience
• Matric required, with an advanced Diploma or equivalent certification in Finance/Accounting as preferable
  
  

Skills

• Strong computer skills with good working knowledge
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Planning skills
  
  

Behaviours

• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Collaborates - effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
• Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Financial Acumen - understands and applies financial concepts and principles to make informed financial decisions
• Instills trust - inspires trust and gains the confidence of others by displaying honesty and integrity
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Optimizes Work Processes - assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
• Organizational savvy - understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
  
  

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

About Us

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

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About The Team

The finance team at TFG provides the highest level of financial support and expertise across the entire business, both within central finance and specific business areas. This role is with the Cellular (hi) and Value Added Services area. The environment consists of 5 different business areas that are in different stages of business growth, many at the early stages of exciting new projects that will deliver enhanced business value to the TFG group.