Creditors Clerk - (half -day position)

Headhunters; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Creditors Clerk for a permanent half-day position in Gqeberha. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing invoices and managing accounts payable tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years working experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk.
• Proven ability to calculate and manage accounting figures.
• High degree of accuracy and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payment.
• Reconcile accounts payable ledger.
• Facilitate payment of invoices and follow up with vendors.

Skills

Data entry skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Understanding of bookkeeping

Accounts Payable knowledge

Education

Matric

Job description

Overview

Our Client in the Retail / Manufacturing Industry is seeking to employ a Creditors Clerk to their team based in Mount Croix Port Elizabeth.

This is a permanent half-day position, with working hours from 08:15 to 13:00.

Requirements

• Matric
• Minimum of 3 years working experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk.
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Data entry skills with a strong attention to numerical detail.
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets.
• Proficiency in English and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Understanding of compliance issues related to Accounts Payable processes (e.g., VAT, tax).

Responsibilities

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payment of creditors.
• Perform day-to-day financial transactions including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.
• Reconcile accounts payable ledger to ensure all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly statements.
• Facilitate payment of invoices by sending bill reminders and following up with vendors where necessary.
• Process and capture foreign invoices and payments
• Prepare invoices and remittances for month-end payment processing.
• Generate reports detailing accounts payable status and outstanding amounts.
• Monitor and ensure correct product/service pricing on supplier invoices.
• Understand and allocate expenses correctly to expense accounts and cost centers.
• Ensure adherence to internal financial policies and procedures.
• Liaise with department heads for invoice approvals and queries.
• Attend to supplier queries and resolve disputes efficiently.
• Assist in preparing documentation for audits and internal reviews.
• Support the finance team with additional tasks as and when required.