Creditors Clerk

Our client, a thriving business in the greater St Francis Bay area, is looking to employ an experienced Creditors Clerk to their dynamic team.

• Minimum of three years' experience in a creditors or similar accounting role.
• Diploma or certificate in Bookkeeping (advantageous).
• Proficiency in Pastel or similar accounting software.
• Solid understanding of VAT and general accounting principles.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and logical thinking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• Maintain the creditors function accurately and efficiently.
• Manage the invoicing process and ensure all purchases are duly authorized.
• Cross-check supplier invoices against approved purchase orders.
• Allocate and cost invoices to the correct ledger and/or stock codes.
• Apply correct VAT principles and ensure invoices comply with SARS VAT requirements.
• Follow up daily on outstanding invoices and update purchase order reports.
• Reconcile all creditors and ensure payments are made within agreed terms.
• Upload payments on electronic banking platforms.
• Process and manage credit applications for new suppliers and creditors.
• Maintain and reconcile the cash book on a daily basis.
• Maintain up-to-date supplier and creditor ledgers.
• Prepare and send supplier age analysis reports to management.
• File and maintain accounting documents in an orderly and accessible manner.
• Work collaboratively with the bookkeeper to keep all accounting records current.
• Assist in preparing monthly management reports and bi-weekly cash flow statements.
• Manage financial records for multiple companies as assigned.

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