Accounts Payable Clerk

Our client a reputable company based in Johannesburg is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing and managing supplier invoices ensuring timely payments and maintaining accurate financial records. Please note that this is a 3-month contract permanent employment would be based on performance after the 3-month probation period.

MAIN OUTPUTS :

• Match and process invoices daily according to the Accounting Principles and VAT Act.
• Reconcile supplier accounts on a monthly basis prior to payment and follow up on any reconciling items
• Manage outstanding GRN reports to ensure no items are over 60 days.
• Ensure that payments are done in accordance with agreed supplier terms to maximize rebates.
• Respond to accounts payable queries from suppliers management internal clients and auditors
• Liaise with existing suppliers and new suppliers on information required
• Filing and retrieval of invoices in a methodical manner.
• Ensure that all suppliers are loaded with the appropriate authorization and supporting documents.
• Receive sort and prioritize incoming posts and invoices.
KEY COMPETENCIES :
• Accuracy
• Result orientated
• Stress tolerance
• Energetic / Driven / Self-starter
• Attention to detail
• Decisiveness
• Customer / Client Focus
• Planning ability
• Relationship building
• Team player
• Oral Communication

Requirements

The Applicant must meet the following requirements :

Required Skills :

The Applicant must meet the following requirements : Certificate / Diploma in Finance and / or BCom Computer literacy with sufficient knowledge of MS Office software. (Specifically MS Excel and MS Word) - 3 years of Creditors Experience (Processing Reconciling and Payment) Sound knowledge of Accounting practices including the latest VAT act Proficiency in MS Word MS Excel MS Outlook (Intermediate skill level) and an ERP system

Key Skills

Business Continuity Planning,Food Technology,ABAP,Import,Electrical & Automation,Adobe

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1