Accounts Payable Clerk – Pinetown, KZN

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Logistics Industry, based in Pinetown (KZN), is currently looking to employ an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to be responsible for processing all invoices received for payment and for undertaking the payment of all creditors in an accurate and timely manner.

Must be prepared to work alternate weekends (Saturdays and Sundays), as well as alternate public holidays! 

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

• A min. of 2 years’ proven working experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk.
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers.
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Proficiency in professional English.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration – bonus, but not compulsory.

• An Accounts Payable Clerk makes sure their company pays their invoices and bills on time, whether it be by reviewing them with a department head or following up with clients directly.
• Performing day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.
• Preparing invoices and remittances for month end payment.
• Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements.
• Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients.
• Generate reports detailing accounts payables status.
• Understand expense accounts and cost centres.
• Understands compliance issues around accounts payable processes (sales tax, etc.).