Accounts and Creditors Clerk

Are you an Accounts Payable professional prepared to be the financial bedrock of a growing vibrant Cape Town-based company? Looking for an experienced Creditors Clerk to join a high-calibre finance department. This is a full-day, in-office role in the Northern Suburbs, demanding a commitment to precision and process excellence. The role will also include some debtors and general finance administration. You will be instrumental in maintaining the seamless, on-time remittance to their global and local supplier base, directly underpinning the smooth operation of their trade ventures. Responsibilities: Accounts Payable Processing: The rigorous verification, matching, and capture of supplier invoices against purchase orders and delivery documentation. You ensure all financial instruments are properly authorised before payment. Supplier Relationship Management: Preparing and executing timely payment schedules in accordance with terms, resolving complex payment discrepancies, and maintaining immaculate supplier ledger records. Reconciliations and Compliance: Performing detailed monthly supplier account reconciliations and ensuring strict adherence to internal financial controls and audit requirements. You will be pivotal in cash flow planning by delivering accurate payable schedules and age analyses. Requirements Minimum 2–3 years' dedicated experience in a Creditors/Accounts Payable function Grade 12, Degree or relevant diploma Debtors experience an advantage Finance admin and invoicing experience Proven proficiency in enterprise accounting systems (e.g., Sage, Xero, Zoho Books, Pastel, SAP) An advanced command of MS Excel Exceptional attention to detail Strong negotiation and communication skills, dealing with customers, well-spoken professional A demonstrated ability to perform under pressure to meet month-end deadlines Accuracy Problem-solving mindset for resolving account discrepancies Organised Able to work independently, time management Strong knowledge of reconciliations, VAT, and payment processes. Experience working with supplier accounts and procurement systems. Clear criminal and credit record This is a full day in-office position Benefits Permanent Growth Training on software systems Great team environment