Our client is looking for a meticulous and proactive Creditors Clerk/Accounts Assistant to join their finance team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely payments to creditors.

Key

Responsibilities:

• Verify the accuracy of invoices and Goods Received Vouchers (GRVs), obtaining necessary authorizations before entering invoices and credit notes into the system.
• Reconcile supplier statements with the accounts payable ledger and resolve any discrepancies.
• Prepare payment runs in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date creditor accounts, including contact details and payment terms.
• Handle queries from suppliers and internal departments related to payments, invoices, and account statuses.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of month-end accounts payable reports for review.
• Support month-end and year-end financial closing activities.
• Provide general administrative assistance as required.

Minimum

Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12
• Bookkeeping Diploma or equivalent qualification is advantageous.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Creditors Clerk or in a similar role.
• Solid knowledge of creditors and debtors processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software; Xero experience is a plus.
• Strong MS Office skills, especially in Excel.
• High attention to detail with the ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.