Johannesburg North: Foreign Creditors posted by Network Finance

About the Role

Network Finance is seeking an experienced and skilled Foreign Creditors specialist to join our team in Johannesburg North. As a key member of our accounts payable department, you will be responsible for capturing accounting transactions and creditors’ invoices accurately, both locally and internationally. You will also prepare reconciliations of accounts in the ledger and between vendor statements and the creditors’ ledger, as well as manage and reconcile inter-company transactions and accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Capture accounting transactions and creditors’ invoices accurately (local and foreign).
• Prepare reconciliations of accounts in the ledger and between vendor statements and the creditors’ ledger.
• Maintain accurate foreign currency exchange rates in SAP.
• Match purchase orders to goods received and invoices, and resolve discrepancies.
• Validate tax invoices and credit notes, ensuring proper approvals.
• Manage and reconcile inter-company transactions and accounts.
• Maintain contract register and update pricing.
• Prepare vendor payments and ensure payments are made within agreed terms.
• Release inward foreign payments on banking platforms and monitor cash flow for foreign currency accounts.
• Forward remittance advices to suppliers after payment runs.
• Maintain cleared vendor accounts and update vendor master files in SAP (including banking details and payment terms).
• Act as first-line contact for foreign currency transactions with banks and address audit queries.
• Prepare documentation for VAT submissions and assist with internal/external audits.
• Provide monthly creditors age analysis and periodic reports as required.

Requirements

• Certificate/Diploma in Bookkeeping or equivalent.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in accounts payable and foreign currency transactions.
• Previous SAP experience is advantageous.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to handle large volumes of data and work under pressure.
• Solid understanding of accounts payable principles and basic accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS applications.
• Good communication skills and telephone etiquette.
• Ability to perform accurate mathematical computations quickly.

Qualifications

• Certificate/Diploma in Bookkeeping or equivalent.

Salary & Benefits

[Salary range: R450,000 – R550,000 per annum, plus benefits] [DO NOT include a “How to Apply” section – this is added automatically]