Creditors Clerk / Finance Assistant

Talent Evolution (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial firm in Johannesburg seeks a detail-oriented Creditors Clerk / Finance Assistant. The role involves managing accounts payable, financial record-keeping, and supporting audit compliance. Successful candidates will have a strong aptitude for numbers and proficiency in accounting software, ensuring accurate financial processes and documentation.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in finance or creditors role.
• Proven experience in accounts payable and financial administration.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and match with purchase orders.
• Prepare payments with accurate supporting documentation.
• Reconcile supplier statements and address discrepancies.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and related finance duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Computer literacy

MS Excel

Tools

SAGE

Pastel

Job description

Creditors Clerk / Finance Assistant required in Johannesburg.

This role supports the finance department with accounts payable, financial record-keeping, reconciliations, and various administrative tasks.

The Creditors Clerk / Finance Assistant will help ensure accurate processing of payments, supplier engagement, and compliance with audit and tax requirements.

This position is suited to a detail-oriented individual with a strong aptitude for numbers and accounting systems, who thrives in a structured environment with routine financial responsibilities.

Salary: R16 000 – R18 000 per month.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process supplier invoices and match them with purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Prepare and process payments with accurate supporting documentation.
• Reconcile supplier statements and address discrepancies.
• Capture invoices and payments into accounting software (e.g., SAGE, Pastel).
• Organize and maintain financial records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Assist with monthly creditor reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
• Contribute to VAT audits and ensure VAT compliance.
• Assist with bank reconciliations, petty cash, and related ad-hoc finance duties.
• Handle finance-related supplier and internal queries.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team.

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar finance or creditors clerk role.
• Proven experience in accounts payable and financial administration.

Skills & Attributes:

• Proficient in accounting software (Palladium, SAGE, Pastel, or similar).
• Skilled in MS Excel and general computer literacy.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in numerical data.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively.
• Strong communication skills for internal and external interactions.