Accounts Payable Clerk

Recruiter:

Smith Garb & Associates

Job Ref:

JHB008085/YP

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

28 000 Monthly

SUMMARY:

Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Purpose

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for processing supplier invoices and managing all accounts payable functions to ensure that the organisation meets its financial obligations accurately, efficiently, and within agreed payment terms.
The role ensures strong financial control, compliance with internal policies, and timely processing of supplier payments across both local and international transactions.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Processing

Process supplier invoices in line with financial policies and procedures
Ensure all invoices are properly authorised and supported by required documentation
Capture invoices accurately and allocate costs to correct expense accounts and cost centres
Process supplier payments in accordance with agreed payment terms
Ensure all supporting documents are stored and maintained on the relevant systems

Ledger Reconciliation & Reporting

Reconcile accounts payable ledgers on a regular basis
Verify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in supplier accounts
Review AP reconciliations prepared by shared services or central teams
Generate and submit AP ageing and overdue transaction reports
Maintain accurate records and ensure reconciliations are properly filed

Cashbook & Payments Administration

Support weekly cashbook reconciliation reviews
Capture and process foreign payments accurately
Ensure all banking transactions are correctly recorded and approved
Assist with urgent and COD payments as required

Vendor Management & Compliance

Review and verify vendor onboarding documentation
Ensure supplier records comply with regulatory requirements (CIPC, VAT, banking details, B-BBEE certificates)
Confirm supplier banking details prior to payment processing
Ensure supplier agreements and compliance documents are correctly filed and maintained
Assist in maintaining accurate vendor master data

Purchase Orders & Journals

Create purchase orders as required
Process journals when required, especially in the absence of the Accountant
Ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial postings

Ad Hoc Finance Support

Assist with intercompany and foreign supplier reconciliations
Support audit and compliance requests
Provide assistance to the Finance team with general administrative and reporting tasks
Perform additional duties as required by management

Minimum Requirements

Matric (Grade 12)
Diploma or qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping (advantageous)
Minimum 5 years’ experience in an Accounts Payable or similar finance role
Strong understanding of basic bookkeeping and AP principles
Experience working with ERP systems (advantageous)

Skills & Competencies

Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Good numerical and analytical ability
Strong organisational and time management skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to work independently and within a team
High level of integrity and professionalism
Proactive, self-motivated, and results-driven approach

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Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Purpose

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Processing

Ledger Reconciliation & Reporting

Cashbook & Payments Administration

Vendor Management & Compliance

Purchase Orders & Journals

Ad Hoc Finance Support

Minimum Requirements

Skills & Competencies

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