Creditors Clerk

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to handle the processing and payment of all invoices promptly and accurately. The position requires working within a busy team and managing various financial transactions. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and a Grade 12 qualification, ideally within an FMCG environment. This role is essential to ensure operational efficiency and maintain supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience within a FMCG environment is advantageous.
• Strong financial and accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Process all creditor invoices according to financial policies.
• Perform day-to-day financial transactions and account data management.
• Prepare creditor reconciliations and payments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Work to deadlines

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Easy Accounts

Job description

Overview:

This person is responsible for the processing and payment of all invoices in an accurate, efficient and timely manner within a busy retail environment. This person should be able to fit in and work well as part of a busy team and will be based at the Head Office in Vincent. The stores are situated in Queenstown & Cofimvaba. The position will report directly to the Group Financial Manager.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar role
• Experience within a FMCG environment highly advantageous

Responsibilities:

• Process all creditor invoices within the company’s financial policies and procedures
• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, recording accounts payable data and filing.
• Prepare all creditor reconciliations and balance to statements
• Prepare creditor payments on the bank (weekly, bi-monthly, monthly)
• Liaise with suppliers and follow up on outstanding invoices and job cards
• Process weekly drop shipments
• Work within Easy Accounts system

Competencies: (Knowledge, skills and attributes)

• Work to deadlines
• High attention to detail
• Able to handle high volumes of work