Creditors Clerk

About the role

Our client, a leading supplier of premium industrial cutting tools in South Africa, is looking for a detail‑oriented Creditors Clerk to join the Finance team in Edenvale. You will own the full creditors function, ensuring supplier accounts are accurate, payments are processed on time, and financial records comply with company policies and accounting standards.

Key responsibilities

• Process local and foreign supplier invoices, match them to purchase orders, and ensure VAT compliance.
• Reconcile supplier accounts, prepare weekly and monthly payment proposals, and load payment batches onto the banking platform.
• Maintain supplier records in the ERP system and keep an up‑to‑date supplier database.
• Download daily bank statements, perform cashbook transactions, daily bank balancing and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly accruals, journals, update cash‑flow forecasts and assist with month‑end analytical reviews.
• Manage company fuel cards, vehicle licence renewals, and handle overseas shipping documentation in line with SARB requirements.

Required profile

• Grade 12 (Matric) qualification.
• 3–5 years of experience in a Creditors or Accounts Payable role.
• Proven ability to process both local and foreign invoices and ensure VAT compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Required skills

• Experience with an ERP system for supplier account management.
• Familiarity with banking platforms for payment processing.