Creditors Clerk

SUMMARY:
Are you a detail-oriented Creditors Clerk with strong reconciliation skills and experience managing high-volume supplier accounts?

POSITION INFO:
Join a fast-paced manufacturing environment where your expertise will play a vital role in ensuring smooth supplier relationships and uninterrupted operations.

This role is based in Centurion.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable Processing

• Accurately capture supplier invoices and supporting documentation.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes (GRNs).
• Verify pricing, quantities, VAT, and authorisations before processing.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with suppliers and internal departments.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding payment schedules and planned payment dates.

Supplier Reconciliations

• Prepare and maintain monthly supplier reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve outstanding queries and statement variances.
• Ensure supplier balances reconcile to statements and the general ledger.
• Maintain complete and accurate supplier records.

Payment Administration

• Prepare creditor payment schedules in line with agreed payment terms.
• Ensure payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Monitor supplier due dates to avoid supply chain disruptions.
• Obtain all necessary approvals prior to payment runs.

Manufacturing & Operational Support

• Liaise with Procurement, Warehouse, Receiving, and Production teams.
• Ensure critical suppliers are paid according to agreed terms.
• Assist in resolving supplier-related issues that could impact production.
• Monitor supplier accounts to support continuous manufacturing operations.

Month-End & Compliance

• Process all supplier invoices before month-end deadlines.
• Assist with accruals, creditor control account reconciliations, and audit requirements.
• Maintain VAT records and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and financial controls.

• Grade 12 (Matric) – Essential.
• Certificate or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping, or a related field – Advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Creditors or Accounts Payable role.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Experience handling high-volume supplier accounts.
• Strong knowledge of supplier reconciliations and payment processing.