Creditors Controller

Pronel Personnel; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a candidate for an accounts payable position in Pietermaritzburg. The role involves maintaining financial systems, processing supplier invoices, resolving discrepancies, and generating reports. Candidates should possess a diploma in Accounting or Finance, have 2-3 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounts payable, and be proficient in accounting software like SAGE 300. Strong skills in Excel are also essential. Own transport is necessary for the role.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proficiency in accounting software, particularly SAGE 300.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer financial systems and procedures.
• Verify and process supplier invoices accurately and timely.
• Resolve discrepancies with suppliers and internal departments.
• Ensure payments comply with organizational policies and regulations.
• Process and maintain the vendor database.
• Generate monthly creditors reports.
• Reconcile control accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Perform general bookkeeping tasks.
• Process activities within the accounts receivable system.

Skills

Strong computer literacy

Good organisational abilities

Excellent analytical and reconciliation skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Ability to adapt to changing priorities

Must have own transport

Education

Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAGE 300

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Key Performance Areas:
The successful candidate will report to the Creditors Administrator, with responsibilities including:

• Maintenance and administration of financial systems and procedures
• Accurate and timely verification and processing of supplier invoices
• Resolving discrepancies with suppliers and internal departments
• Ensuring payments comply with organisational policies, SARS requirements, and established workflows
• Processing and maintaining the vendor database
• Generating monthly creditors reports (e.g., ageing analysis, cash flow)
• Reconciling control accounts
• Assisting with month‑end and year‑end closing processes
• General bookkeeping tasks
• Processing within the accounts receivable system, including invoicing and related activities

Qualifications & Skills Required

Education

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or currently studying toward a relevant qualification

Experience

• 2 to 3 years’ experience in accounts payable or bookkeeping
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAGE 300)
• Advanced Excel skills

Skills

• Strong computer literacy
• Good organisational abilities
• Excellent analytical and reconciliation skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Must have own transport