Creditors Clerk

About the position

Career Opportunity: Creditors Clerk (Team Lead) Job Title: Creditors Clerk / Team Lead

 

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng (Onsite)
Contract Type: 6-Month Contract to be made Full-time after successful completion.
Industry: Branding / Manufacturing / Services
Salary Estimate: R150,000 – R200,000 CTC (Dependent on experience)

Are you an experienced finance professional with a knack for leadership and a passion for accuracy?

A leading company in the Branding and Manufacturing sector is seeking a Creditors Clerk to join their Finance Department. This pivotal role involves maintaining precise financial records, resolving complex supplier queries, and ensuring timely vendor payments. Beyond daily operations, you will lead and mentor a small team of Junior Creditors Clerks, making this an ideal step for an aspiring supervisor.

 Key Responsibilities

Invoice & Payment Management

• Oversee the full-cycle invoice process, ensuring validity, accuracy, and timely posting into the accounting system.
  
  
• Perform monthly supplier reconciliations, resolving discrepancies and documenting differences for sign-off.
  
  
• Prepare and execute accurate payment runs in accordance with company policies and payment terms.
  
  
• Manage expense claims, refunds, and the accurate capture of journals.
  
   

Team Leadership

• Provide day-to-day guidance, leadership, and support to the creditors team.
  
  
• Allocate workloads, monitor deadlines, and ensure all team deliverables are met.
  
  
• Act as an escalation point for complex supplier disputes and internal stakeholder issues.
  
  
• Assist with the onboarding, training, and performance monitoring of team members.
  
   

Data & Compliance

• Maintain an organized vendor Masterfile and accurate records for all creditor transactions.
  
  
• Support month-end close processes and ensure adherence to internal controls and audit requirements.
  
  
• Prepare and review management reports related to outstanding liabilities and cash flow.
  
   

Minimum Requirements

Experience & Qualifications:

• 3–4 years’ experience in the financial or credit industry.
  
  
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a team leader or supervisory role.
  
  
• Degree or Diploma in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
  
  
• Exposure to foreign suppliers is considered an advantage.
  
   

Technical Skills & Attributes:

• Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel; basic proficiency in Word and Outlook.
  
  
• Strong organizational, administration, and time management skills.
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
• Deep understanding of accounting and creditor processes.
  
   

Apply Today!

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Should you not hear back within 3-5 business days since your application, please deem your application as unsuccessful at this time. We will reach out again should your experience and skills match an alternative open vacancy.

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