Creditors Clerk - Panavision Cape Town

Panavision; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Panavision, a leading provider of end-to-end imaging and production solutions, seeks a detail-oriented Creditors Clerk to join the Finance team in Cape Town. You will manage supplier accounts, process invoices, reconcile statements, and ensure timely payments while maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Key requirements include experience in Accounts Payable or Creditors roles, meticulous attention to detail, VAT knowledge, and proficiency with Excel and finance systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, or Creditors Clerk roles.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience reconciling supplier accounts and processing high volumes of invoices.
• Strong understanding of financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Knowledge of VAT processing and invoice compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proactive, team-focused approach and willingness to support colleagues.
• Experience using finance systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare supplier payment runs and maintain proof of payments.
• Manage supplier account information and onboarding documentation.
• Monitor creditors age analysis to support cash flow management.
• Ensure expenditure is supported by approvals and purchase orders.
• Support month-end processes, including accruals and costs.
• Assist with intercompany reconciliations and payments.
• Prepare documentation for foreign supplier payments.
• Maintain filing and financial documentation records.
• Build positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Job description

Who we are:

Panavision is the world-class provider of end-to-end solutions that power the creative vision of filmmakers. Panavision’s comprehensive offerings include unparalleled optics, proprietary camera and lighting systems, and state-of-the-art post-production services. Driven by a passion for collaborative innovation, Panavision provides the content-creation industry with the highest standard of quality and service.

Panavision’s portfolio includes the renowned brands Panalux, LEE Filters, Direct Digital, and Island Studios. For more information and locations worldwide, visit Panavision.com.

The Role:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organised Creditors Clerk to join our Finance team.

This role is responsible for managing supplier accounts, processing invoices, reconciling supplier statements, and ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time. Working closely with Finance and Operations teams, you will help maintain strong supplier relationships while supporting the smooth running of our purchasing and accounts payable processes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies.
• Preparing supplier payment runs and maintaining proof of payments.
• Managing supplier account information and ensuring onboarding documentation is complete and approved.
• Monitoring and maintaining the creditors age analysis to support effective cash flow management.
• Ensuring all expenditure is supported by the appropriate approvals and purchase orders.
• Supporting month-end processes, including accruals for outstanding invoices and committed costs.
• Assisting with intercompany account reconciliations and payments.
• Preparing documentation and supporting records for foreign supplier payments.
• Maintaining accurate filing, archiving, and financial documentation records.
• Building positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders through professional and responsive service.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, or Creditors Clerk role.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Experience reconciling supplier accounts and processing high volumes of invoices.
• Good understanding of financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Knowledge of VAT processing and invoice compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships.
• A proactive, team-focused approach and willingness to support colleagues across the business.
• Experience using finance systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

If you’re a highly organised finance professional who enjoys building strong supplier relationships and takes pride in delivering accurate, efficient accounts payable support, we’d love to hear from you.

Panavision is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of Panavision.

Panavision reserves the right not to make an appointment to the position as advertised.