CREDITORS CLERK

Job Title: Creditors Clerk (Female)

Reporting to: Chief Financial officer (CFO)
Location: Roodepoort, Gauteng
Job Type: Full-time

Contract type: Permanent

Our client is seeking an experienced Female Creditors Clerk with at least 5 years of experience to join their finance team in Roodepoort. The individual will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely payment of creditors, reconciling supplier accounts and addressing queries to maintain a positive financial relationship with creditors and subcontractors. Relevant qualifications in accounting or finance are advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process all invoices received for payment, ensuring they are accurate and processed in a timely manner.
• Reconcile supplier accounts on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy and consistency in financial records.
• Allocate payments accurately across different accounts and ensure proper documentation.
• Prepare remittances for payments and ensure timely issuance.
• Follow up on outstanding queries with suppliers and ensure accounts are kept up to date.
• Review account statements regularly to ensure that payments are made promptly, and the company maintains good standing with creditors.
• Submit subcontractor invoices for payment and reconcile accounts as required.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in supplier accounts by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly statements.
• Complete credit applications and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist with financial reporting and ensure deadlines are met.

Skills and Competencies:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Creditors Clerk or in a similar financial role.
• Strong numerical aptitude with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Proficient in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills, and experience in accounting software programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Customer-oriented with the ability to effectively resolve external and internal queries.
• Ability to take initiative and solve problems independently.
• Strong stress management skills with the ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• High self-confidence and proactive approach to goal achievement.

Additional Requirements:

• Creditors (on account) – Johannesburg
• Creditors – KwaZulu-Natal
• Subcontractors – Johannesburg
• Relevant qualifications in accounting or finance are advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial reconciliation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and external parties.

Key Qualities:

• Deadline-driven, with the ability to work under pressure and deliver tasks on time.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships within the organization and with external clients.
• Ability to work independently, showing initiative and self-motivation.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and development within the company.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing team within our client’s organization. If you meet the above qualifications and have the experience required, we encourage you to apply.

How to apply: Send your CV to: farhana@empowertalent.co.za

If we do not contact you within 14 days, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.