Creditors Supervisor/Team Lead

Jonathan Ball Publishers has a vacancy for an experienced Creditors Supervisor/Team Lead in its Denver, Johannesburg offices. This position will report directly to the Finance Manager and requires a detail-oriented individual with strong numerical skills, the ability to work fast and accurately under pressure, and a proactive approach to problem solving.

What will you do?

• Ensure that all supplier payment terms are adhered to and payments are made within agreed timelines.
• Supervise and manage the Local Creditors Clerk and Foreign Creditors Clerk, including reviewing their work and providing guidance.
• Monitor and manage the creditors email address, ensuring all queries and invoices are attended to promptly.
• Ensure that all supplier invoices and payments are accurately captured and processed on time.
• Review and approve local and foreign creditors' month-end reconciliations.
• Monitor and review the local and foreign creditors ageing reports, ensuring overdue items are investigated and resolved.
• Maintain and oversee the creditors master file, ensuring supplier information is accurate and up to date.
• Prepare and submit BBBEE reporting information related to creditors where required.
• Ensure all month-end deadlines are met in line with the finance calendar.
• Assist with balance sheet accounts affecting creditors, including the advances account and petty cash.
• Review and ensure the accuracy of weekly and monthly payment schedules before submission for approval.
• Manage and resolve supplier queries efficiently and professionally.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements.
• Ensure that the banking details are correct at all times.
• Liaise with the foreign supplier if there's any dispute.

• Approval of foreign supplier invoices and credit notes.

• Ensure all foreign supplier invoices and credit notes are captured.

What you will need?

• Relevant Accounting Qualification or equivalent diploma/degree
• Minimum of 2-3 years' relevant experience
• High level of speed, attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong results orientation with a commitment to meeting objectives
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Computer literacy in the MS Office suite
• Well-developed planning and organisational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A Bias for Action and Results Orientation

The company offers a competitive salary, as well as membership to the Medical Aid and Retirement funds.

Given our employment equity guidelines, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.

Those who meet the requirements of the post and are interested in applying for this position may apply on the Media24 career portal by clicking on the following link:

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 20 FEBRUARY 2026

Only short-listed candidates will be interviewed.