Accountant- Accounts Payable

Recruiter:

Helen Wilson Recruitment

Job Ref:

2153435017

Date posted:

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

CTC: R25K per month

Location: Blairgowrie, on site position

Our client is looking for a meticulous and proactive Accounts Payable Accountant/Creditor’s Clerk or Creditor’s Controller to join their Finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring that all supplier payments are accurate, timely, and fully aligned with our financial controls and reporting standards.

Requirements

Tertiary qualification
Minimum 3 years’ work experience in an accounting or accounts payable role.
Experience in retail, manufacturing, or FMCG environments
Strong understanding of inventory accounting and its impact on financial statements.
Proficient in Excel and ERP systems

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Receive and review invoices from suppliers or service providers, ensuring that the details match the corresponding purchase orders or statements
Accurately enter invoice information into the AP system, including amounts, payment terms, and appropriate accounting codes to ensure accurate tracking and reporting
Reconcile statements received from suppliers with internal records to verify that all invoices are accounted for and to resolve any discrepancies.
Address and resolve payment issues, such as incorrect billing, overcharges, or discrepancies between received goods/services and billed amounts.
Update and maintain supplier information, including payment terms, bank account details, and contact data, to ensure timely and accurate processing.
Support process improvements to strengthen accuracy and efficiency in accounts payable.
Assist the Accounts Payable Lead with ad hoc projects, reporting, and strategic analysis.

If you have not received any feedback from us within 5 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

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