Creditors Controller / Accounts Payable

University of Fort Hare; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare is seeking a Creditors Controller / Accounts Payable professional to manage the full creditors function in Somerset West. The role requires strong Sage Evolution and Excel skills, plus a relevant bookkeeping/finance qualification.

You will maintain accurate records, process invoices, reconcile statements and support month-end activities within a professional finance team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Creditors / Accounts Payable.
• Strong Sage Evolution experience – essential.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills – essential.
• Relevant qualification in Bookkeeping, Accounting or Finance.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and VAT.
• Strong reconciliation and numerical skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• English & Afrikaans proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Managing the full creditors / accounts payable function
• Processing, capturing and verifying supplier invoices and credit notes
• Ensuring invoices are correctly allocated, authorised and processed timeously
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating discrepancies
• Preparing creditor payment schedules and assisting with payment processing
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Handling supplier queries and resolving account discrepancies
• Liaising with internal departments and suppliers regarding invoices and payments
• Assisting with VAT and other statutory requirements
• Preparing creditor reports and providing financial information as required
• Assisting with month-end procedures and audit requirements
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting procedures

Skills

Creditors / Accounts Payable

Sage Evolution

Excel

Bookkeeping

VAT

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

English & Afrikaans

Education

Bookkeeping qualification

Accounting/Finance qualification

Tools

Sage Evolution

Excel

Job description

Monthly Basic Plus Commission (Market related)

Employment Equity:

NON-EE

CREDITORS CONTROLLER / ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

Are you an experienced Creditors / Accounts Payable professional with strong Sage Evolution and Excel skills? SOMERSET WEST: Our client, a reputable supplier within the tyre and automotive industry, is looking for a reliable, detail-oriented and experienced Creditors Controller / Accounts Payable professional to join their finance team

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of the creditors function within a stable and professional organisation, working alongside a supportive finance team with the opportunity to further develop your skills and career.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the full creditors / accounts payable function
• Processing, capturing and verifying supplier invoices and credit notes
• Ensuring invoices are correctly allocated, authorised and processed timeously
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating discrepancies
• Preparing creditor payment schedules and assisting with payment processing
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Handling supplier queries and resolving account discrepancies
• Liaising with internal departments and suppliers regarding invoices and payments
• Assisting with VAT and other statutory requirements
• Preparing creditor reports and providing financial information as required
• Assisting with month-end procedures and audit requirements
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting procedures

Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience in Creditors / Accounts Payable
• Strong Sage Evolution experience – essential
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills – essential
• Relevant qualification in Bookkeeping, Accounting or Finance
• Good understanding of accounting principles and VAT
• Strong reconciliation and numerical skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• English & Afrikaans proficiency

Candidates currently working as a Creditors Clerk, Senior Creditors Clerk, Creditors Administrator, Accounts Payable Clerk or Accounts Payable Controller are encouraged to apply.

If you are looking to join an established organisation where you can grow and develop within a professional finance environment, we would like to hear from you.