Credit Administrator: 6 month contract

O'Brien Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency based in South Africa is looking for a diligent Creditors Administrator to join their finance team. The successful candidate will manage supplier accounts, ensuring accurate processing of invoices and payments, and responding to queries. Essential qualifications include Grade 12 and accounting knowledge, with 1-2 years of relevant experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365. Familiarity with SAP and payment procedures is advantageous. This position supports a dynamic finance environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with accounting knowledge is essential.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in creditors or financial administration.
• Exposure to SAP or other accounting packages is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Capture and process supplier invoices and payments according to procedures.
• Prepare and review payment batches on SAP and online banking.
• Perform daily reconciliations to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Proficient in Microsoft Office 365

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Grade 12

Accounting certificate or diploma

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a diligent and detail‑oriented Creditors Administrator to join our finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurately capturing, processing, and reconciling supplier accounts, ensuring timely payments, and supporting both suppliers and internal teams with queries and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Capture and process supplier invoices, credits, debits, and payments in line with established procedures.
• Verify and maintain supplier banking details on online banking systems.
• Prepare and review daily payment batches on SAP and online banking, escalating discrepancies when necessary.
• Perform daily reconciliations to ensure payments match captured invoices.
• Respond professionally to supplier and internal queries via phone or email.
• Send payment confirmations, invoices, and statements to suppliers as required.
• Maintain accurate filing and archiving of all documentation for audit purposes.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly tasks within required timelines and performance standards.
• Perform general administrative tasks as assigned by the Creditors Supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 with accounting knowledge (essential).
• Accounting certificate, diploma, or equivalent (advantageous).
• 1–2 years’ relevant experience in creditors, financial administration, or a similar role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel).
• Working knowledge of creditors’ documents (statements, invoices, remittances, EFTs).
• Exposure to SAP or other accounting packages is advantageous.
• Understanding of payment procedures, reconciliations, and general accounting principles.