Payments Accounting Clerk — Entry-Level, Full-Time

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary

Training in AP software

Supportive virtual team

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Western Cape Government is seeking a meticulous Remote Accounts Payable Specialist to manage all AP activities from a home-based office. The role emphasizes timely payment processing, accurate coding, and strong vendor relations, with independence to meet deadlines in a fully remote setup.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and proficient with AP software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or SAP Business One, plus MS Excel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bookkeeping/accounting coursework is a plus.
• 1–3 years in accounts payable or similar accounting role.
• Proficiency with accounting software and MS Excel.
• Strong understanding of AP processes and best practices.
• Excellent organizational and remote work capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices with proper coding and approvals.
• Schedule timely payments via EFT, checks, or other methods.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain AP ledger and ensure accurate transactions.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and assist with month-end closing.
• Assist in AP policies and procedures implementation.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organization

Remote work

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

SAP Business One

MS Excel

Job description

Our client is seeking a meticulous Remote Accounts Payable Specialist to manage all aspects of the accounts payable function from a home-based office. This role is integral to ensuring timely and accurate payment processing and maintaining strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and proficient with AP software and systems, capable of working independently to meet deadlines. This position offers the flexibility of fully remote work, allowing the successful candidate to contribute essential financial operations support to the company regardless of their location.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Remote Accounts Payable Specialist to manage all aspects of the accounts payable function from a home-based office. This role is integral to ensuring timely and accurate payment processing and maintaining strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and proficient with AP software and systems, capable of working independently to meet deadlines. This position offers the flexibility of fully remote work, allowing the successful candidate to contribute essential financial operations support to the company regardless of their location.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper coding and approvals.
• Prepare and schedule timely payments to vendors via electronic funds transfer, cheques, or other methods.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies or outstanding issues.
• Maintain the accounts payable ledger and ensure all transactions are recorded appropriately.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and assist with month-end closing procedures related to AP.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of AP policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate's degree in accounting or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar accounting role.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero) and MS Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage workload independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary for a remote role.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing significant work-life balance.
• Opportunities for training in advanced AP software and processes.
• A supportive virtual team environment with regular communication.
• Contribution towards health and wellness programs.

Our client is looking for a meticulous and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance department in a fully remote position, serving operations near Mahikeng. This role is crucial for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of all vendor invoices and payments. You will work from your home office, collaborating virtually with internal teams and external vendors. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual detail-oriented individual to develop their skills in a supportive remote environment, playing a key role in the company's financial operations.

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance department in a fully remote position, serving operations near Mahikeng. This role is crucial for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of all vendor invoices and payments. You will work from your home office, collaborating virtually with internal teams and external vendors. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual detail-oriented individual to develop your skills in a supportive remote environment, playing a key role in the company's financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently in the accounting system.
• Verify that all invoices are properly authorized and coded before payment.
• Schedule and process vendor payments via EFT and other payment methods.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized and accurate electronic records of all AP transactions.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and discrepancies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; bookkeeping or accounting coursework is a plus.
• 1-3 years of experience in an accounts payable role.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage, SAP Business One) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong data entry skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, essential for remote work.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary for an AP role.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and skill development.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.
• Contribution to the smooth financial functioning of the company.