Accounts Payable Clerk

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team. This role reports directly to the Creditors Manager and is key to ensuring accurate, efficient, and timely reconciliation of high-volume supplier accounts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

POSITION INFO:

Purpose of the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate supplier reconciliations from supplier statements to the general ledger.
• Reconcile a high volume of creditor accounts on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Ensure all payments are made accurately and on time, in line with the company’s payment schedule.
• Investigate and resolve supplier queries and claims efficiently and timeously.
• Maintain well-organized and up-to-date filing of all creditors’ documentation.
• Support the finance team with additional reconciliations or reporting tasks as required.

Skills & Experience Required

• Grade 12 (Matric) is essential.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in reconciling high volumes of supplier accounts.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Experience working in the FMCG industry is advantageous.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to liaise professionally with suppliers.
• Strong team player with the ability to manage pressure and meet deadlines consistently.