Creditors Clerk - Fmcg Industry

West Coast Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking an experienced Creditors Clerk in Cape Town. The role involves managing the full accounts payable process, reconciling supplier statements, and preparing payment runs. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in FMCG, strong accounting system knowledge, and intermediate to advanced Excel skills. Attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as a Creditors Clerk in FMCG.
• Strong accounting system knowledge (Pastel, SAP, or similar).
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle the full accounts payable process from invoice capture to payment.
• Reconcile supplier statements monthly.
• Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive work ethic

Teamwork

Education

Matric / Grade 12 with Mathematics

Accounting or Finance certificate / diploma

Tools

Pastel

SAP

Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Handle the full accounts payable process from invoice capture to payment
• Match invoices to purchase orders and GRNs
• Reconcile supplier statements monthly
• Follow up on outstanding invoices and resolve queries
• Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs
• Maintain accurate creditors records and assist with month-end close

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12 with Mathematics
• Accounting or Finance certificate / diploma (advantageous)
• 3+ years experience as a Creditors Clerk in FMCG
• Strong accounting system knowledge (Pastel, SAP, or similar)
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Strong communication, organisational and deadline-driven skills

Attributes

• High integrity and accountability
• Proactive, professional and dependable
• Team player with a positive attitude