Finance Clerk: Accounts Payable

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR009804/PaB

Date posted:

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

240 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you a detail-driven finance professional with a passion for accuracy and organisation?

POSITION INFO:
A well-established company based in Rivonia, Sandton is looking for a proactive Finance Clerk to join their finance team and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supplier reconciliations, and fixed asset administration.

The successful candidate will support the finance function through the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and credit notes, reconciliation of supplier accounts, and maintenance of the fixed asset register to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance of financial records.

Key Responsibilities:

Invoice and Credit Note Processing

Capture and process supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timelines
Process supplier credit notes and allocate them correctly against outstanding balances
Verify supporting documentation and ensure transactions comply with internal approval processes
Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation where applicable

Supplier Account Reconciliations

Perform regular supplier statement reconciliations
Investigate and resolve discrepancies between supplier statements and internal records
Follow up on outstanding queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Maintain accurate reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation

Accounts Payable Administration

Maintain complete and organised supplier records and filing systems
Assist with month-end accounts payable procedures
Monitor aged payables and identify overdue or unusual items
Support payment preparation by ensuring supplier balances are accurate and reconciled

Fixed Asset Administration

Record approved capital expenditure transactions on the fixed asset register accurately and timeously
Create and maintain fixed asset records including asset descriptions, locations, categories, and acquisition values
Ensure supporting documentation is obtained and retained for asset additions
Assist with fixed asset reconciliations between the asset register and general ledger
Support periodic asset verification exercises and asset register maintenance
Process asset disposals, transfers, and other movements in line with company procedures
Escalate discrepancies identified during asset administration activities

Controls and Compliance

Ensure adherence to company financial controls and policies
Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of financial information
Escalate unresolved discrepancies or unusual transactions appropriately

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Matric / Grade 12 (essential)
Certificate or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping, or related field (advantageous)
1–2 years’ experience within accounts payable, creditors, bookkeeping, or finance administration
Basic understanding of accounts payable and fixed asset accounting principles
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Experience using ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Sage, Pastel, Xero, Syspro, or similar advantageous

Apply now!

For more exciting (Finance/ Engineering/ IT / Supply Chain / Commercial & C-Suite) vacancies, please visit:

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Finance Clerk: Accounts Payable
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 240 000 Annually
Are you a detail-driven finance professional with a passion for accuracy and organisation?
Today

Finance and Procurement Order Clerk
Location: Pretoria
Salary:
Job Title: finance and Procurement Order clerkLocation: SilvertonRemuneration: R8 000 to R12 000 per monthRequired qualification and working knowledge: We are looking for an Order clerk (finance and Procurement) to join our team in Silverton in Pretoria.Position Overview:The successful candidate will be responsible for the order processing across 6 Distribution Centres across South Africa. R...
6 days ago

Senior Finance Clerk
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 1 Monthly
The Senior finance clerk is responsible for executing and controlling key accounting processes to ensure the integrity of the general ledger and readiness for financial reporting. The role goes beyond transactional processing and includes ownership of reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules required for month-end close and audit. The incumbent will act as the primary suppor...
15 days ago

Finance-costing & Warranty Clerk
Location: Pretoria
Salary:
Our cleint is looking for a finance-Costing & Warranty clerk to join their team.
20 days ago

SMI 18379 - Finance Clerk – Insurance Experience Essential
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R20 000 – R30 000 per month (dependent on experience)
finance clerk – Insurance Experience Essential
26 days ago

Finance Clerk / Administrator
Location: Pretoria
Salary: R12 000 - R15 000 CTC Monthly
We are seeking a motivated and ambitious young individual to join a dynamic team as an Administrator / finance clerk for an Accounting firm based in the Brooklyn area. The ideal candidate will have Mathematics and Accounting as subjects at Grade 12 level.
29 days ago

Creditors Clerk
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 300 000 Annually
Join a fast-paced and dynamic finance team where your accuracy, reconciliation skills, and attention to detail will make a real impact.
Today

Creditors Clerk
Location: Irene
Salary:
Creditors clerk - Pretoria - RetailA job opportunity within our Company exists for a Creditors clerk to join the finance Team. The ideal candidate will mainly be responsible for processing of invoices from suppliers into the accounting system, reconciliation of creditors accounts and preparation of documentation for payments, and maintenance of creditors records.
1 day ago

Invoicing Clerk
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 120000 Annually
Can you invoice with precision, track project milestones like a hawk and keep cash flow moving smoother than a production line? If you know that invoicing in a project environment is more than just pressing “send”, this Invoicing clerk role could be your next perfectly processed move.
2 days ago

Automotive or Motor Debtors & Creditors Clerk
Location: Pretoria
Salary:
3 days ago