Creditors clerk

Creditors Clerk

Our client, a globally recognised and highly successful food and retail manufacturing group, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Creditors Clerk to join their finance team at their central production and supply chain facility based in Central Gauteng

This organisation is renowned for its strong brand presence, operational excellence, and high-performance culture. The role offers the opportunity to work within a structured and dynamic finance environment supporting a large-scale manufacturing and distribution operation

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the accounts payable function while supporting financial reporting processes and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal departments & will report directly to the Finance Manager

• Verify and process supplier invoices and credit notes in the ERP system in line with company policies (ERP: SAP)
• Reconcile supplier statements against invoices and credit notes to ensure accuracy of records
• Prepare payment runs and ensure suppliers are paid within agreed credit terms
• Monitor non-stock purchase orders to ensure there are no outstanding items at month-end
• Maintain accurate records of invoices, statements, payment records, and related documentation
• Prepare vendor ageing reports and investigate outstanding balances
• Prepare GR/IR reports and investigate discrepancies
• Assist with financial reporting relating to the accounts payable function
• Liaise with procurement, warehouse staff, and suppliers to resolve invoice or delivery discrepancies
• Upload bank transaction files into the ERP system
• Post monthly journals relating to accruals and correcting entries where required
• Support internal and external audit requirements related to the creditors' function
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and VAT regulations

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an accounts payable or creditors role
• Experience working within a finance function in a manufacturing or FMCG environment
• ERP system experience is essential, SAP highly advantageous
• Sound understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable processes
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and general computer literacy
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records
• Ability to work independently while meeting strict deadlines

1. Remuneration

• Package: Market-related

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in a structured, fast-paced manufacturing environment and is looking to further develop their experience within a well-established and respected organisation

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in joining a high-performing finance team, please submit your application for consideration