Creditors Clerk

Joubert & Associates; Villiersdorp; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Betko Fresh Produce, a family-run exporter based in Villiersdorp, is seeking a detail-oriented Creditors Clerk to manage general creditors and related accounting tasks.

You will resolve supplier queries, process invoices in Pastel, maintain remittances, and support month-end closings while meeting deadlines.

The ideal candidate has Matric with Maths and Accounting, at least five years' experience, strong Excel skills, and a calm, accurate approach under pressure.

Qualifications

• Matric with Mathematics and Accounting.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience.
• Experience with Pastel and Excel.
• Knowledge of the fruit industry is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Resolve supplier and customer account queries with the Financial Manager.
• Analyse and report on creditors and outstanding accounts.
• Maintain operation controls (remittance advices, fuel/electricity usage).
• Capture orders and process requisitions; issue purchase orders.
• Enter approved invoices into Pastel and process month-end statements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Deadline management

Communication

Numerical skills

Problem solving

Education

Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and Accounting

Tools

Pastel

Excel

Job description

Betko Fresh Produce, established in 1988, is a family-operated business specialising in the export of premium apples and pears to over 40 countries. Rooted in Villiersdorp, South Africa, Betko has grown from a local fruit trader into a respected international supplier.

The company currently has a vacancy for a detail-oriented Creditors Clerk to take responsibility for managing a variety of accounting functions, predominantly general creditors.

Responsibilities:

• Resolve account queries from suppliers and customers in collaboration with the Financial Manager
• Analise, report on and communicate with creditors regarding outstanding accounts
• Develop and maintain operation controls (e.g. remittance advices, fuel usage, electricity consumption, etc.)
• Capture orders and process requisitions
• Complete and send purchase orders
• Capture approved invoices onto Pastel
• Process month-end statements and invoices
• Prepare remittance advice for the Financial Manager based on reconciled statements and invoices
• Monitor stationery and office supply stock
• Administration and filing

Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and Accounting
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience
• Experience and proven knowledge of Pastel and Excel
• Experience in the fruit industry will be beneficial
• Basic understanding of company expenses and management of accounts payable
• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining accuracy
• Strong ability to manage and meet deadlines, especially regarding payments
• Excellent multi-tasking ability
• Good numerical skills
• Good administration and communication (including feedback to superiors)