Creditors Controller - Sage Evolution Expert

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

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.