AP Clerk

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR011407/JLo

Date posted:

Thursday, October 1, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

300000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Take ownership of the full accounts payable function and keep supplier accounts running smoothly!

POSITION INFO:
A well-established organisation is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join their Finance team on a 1-year contract . Reporting to the Financial Controller , this role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end local creditors function, ensuring accurate invoice processing, supplier reconciliations, payment runs and query resolution. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to utilise their creditors expertise within a structured and professional environment. Key Responsibilities: Process supplier invoices, credit notes, COD transactions and debit orders accurately and timeously. Verify invoices against purchase orders, goods received, contracts and supporting documentation. Allocate expenses to the correct GL accounts, cost centres and VAT codes. Prepare and review supplier statement reconciliations. Investigate unmatched invoices, unallocated payments and outstanding items. Compile and review monthly creditors age analysis. Prepare weekly and monthly supplier payment runs. Ensure all payments are appropriately supported, authorised and accurately processed. Handle supplier queries relating to invoices, statements, remittances and payments. Liaise with procurement, warehouse and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies. Assist with VAT reconciliations and creditor-related tax schedules. Maintain accurate supplier\/vendor master data and banking details. Support internal and external audit requirements. Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies and segregation-of-duties requirements. Identify opportunities to improve processes and reduce recurring errors. Assist the Financial Controller with ad hoc finance projects. Job Experience and Skills Required: Diploma in Financial Accounting, Financial Management or a related qualification , or equivalent relevant experience 3 - 5 years' experience in Creditors \/ Accounts Payable. Experience processing high-volume supplier transactions . Strong experience in supplier reconciliations and creditors age analysis . Strong Microsoft Excel and ERP system skills. SAP experience will be advantageous. Working knowledge of VAT, IFRS and accounting principles . Manufacturing or multinational corporate experience will be advantageous. Apply now! For more exciting (Finance\/ Engineering\/ IT \/ Supply Chain \/ Commercial & C-Suite) vacancies, please visit: If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions. For more information, contact: Juanette Lotter Executive Consultant

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