Permanent - Creditors Clerk - Ekurhuleni (East Rand) - South Africa

Duties:

• Accurately process and record supplier invoices in the accounting system.
• Ensure that all invoices are matched to purchase orders and delivery notes, and resolve any discrepancies.
• Prepare and process payments to suppliers within agreed terms, ensuring timely settlements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of accounts payable and supplier transactions.
• Monitor outstanding supplier balances and follow up on overdue invoices.
• Assist with the preparation of month-end and year-end financial reports, ensuring accurate accounts payable records.
• Communicate with suppliers to address queries, resolve issues, and manage payment disputes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures regarding purchasing and payment practices.
• Reconcile supplier statements and maintain proper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
• Forward remittance of payments to suppliers and resolve creditor account queries.
• Reconcile intercompany information and follow up on outstanding orders and invoices.
• Handle credit applications and vendor document completion.
• Maintain Excel sheets for credit card statement allocations
• Manage company travel bookings
• Administer freight costs
• Maintain vendor details in the ERP system
• Extend material codes

Requirements

• Matric and a Certification/Diploma in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
• 3-5 years experience
• Proven work experience as a Creditors Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, or similar role.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and MS Office applications (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Knowledge of accounting principles and understanding of accounts payable processes.
• SAP experience