Temp Assistant Accountant_Cremora

Lactalis South Africa; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in Western Cape is seeking a Creditors Clerk responsible for accurate and timely payment of suppliers. The role includes invoice processing, vendor account reconciliation, and managing queries. Ideal candidates will have an accounting degree and 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office is necessary. The role offers challenges in financial compliance and reporting.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience as a creditors clerk in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of processing creditors transactions on an ERP system.
• Computer literacy in MS Office, Word & Excel.

Responsibilities

• Three-way matching and processing of invoices.
• Reconciling vendor accounts and preparing documentation for payment.
• Handling account queries with vendors and staff.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Experience in creditors management

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Accounting degree or diploma

Job description

Role Purpose

The purpose of the role is to ensure the accurate and timely payment of creditors, through timely capturing of invoices, the preparation of supplier reconciliations, dealing with queries, and ensuring compliance with the Lactalis financial policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Accounting degree, diploma, or similar qualification
• 2-3 years’ experience as a creditors clerk in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of processing creditors transactions on an ERP system.
• Knowledge of processing import creditors advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good attention to detail and deadline driven.
• Good interpersonal skills, communication, and ability to handle suppliers.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Computer literate (MS Office, Word & Excel)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Three-way matching and processing of invoices.
• Reconciling vendor accounts and preparing documentation for payment of creditors.
• Following up on account queries by interaction with factory/HO staff and vendors.
• Involvement in the month end process, including journal preparation and posting.
• Involvement in balance sheet reconciliations of selected accounts.
• Ad hoc financial reporting requests and tasks as required.