Our Client in the Retail / Manufacturing Industry is seeking to employ a Creditors Clerk to their team based in Mount Croix Port Elizabeth.

This is a permanent half-day position, with working hours from 08:15 to 13:00.

Requirements:

• Matric
• Minimum of 3 years working experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk.
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Data entry skills with a strong attention to numerical detail.
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets.
• Proficiency in English and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Understanding of compliance issues related to Accounts Payable processes (e.g., VAT, tax).

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payment of creditors.
• Perform day-to-day financial transactions including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.
• Reconcile accounts payable ledger to ensure all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly statements.
• Facilitate payment of invoices by sending bill reminders and following up with vendors where necessary.
• Process and capture foreign invoices and payments
• Prepare invoices and remittances for month-end payment processing.
• Generate reports detailing accounts payable status and outstanding amounts.
• Monitor and ensure correct product/service pricing on supplier invoices.
• Understand and allocate expenses correctly to expense accounts and cost centers.
• Ensure adherence to internal financial policies and procedures.
• Liaise with department heads for invoice approvals and queries.
• Attend to supplier queries and resolve disputes efficiently.
• Assist in preparing documentation for audits and internal reviews.
• Support the finance team with additional tasks as and when required.

Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.