Accounts Payable Clerk (Contract)

Recruiter:

O'Brien Recruitment

Job Ref:

1568115155

Date posted:

Monday, August 4, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk (Contract)
Location: CBD, Cape Town
Contract Duration: Fixed-Term

Overview:
We are looking for a skilled Accounts Payable Clerk to join our finance team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will manage local and international accounts payable processes, ensuring accurate invoice handling, reconciliations, and vendor payments. Experience with foreign creditors is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Process and verify both local and foreign supplier invoices
Match invoices with purchase orders and delivery notes
Reconcile accounts and prepare payment runs
Resolve supplier queries and follow up on outstanding issues
Maintain accurate creditor records and ensure proper filing
Assist with audit preparations and month-end processes
Ensure compliance with financial controls and tax regulations

Requirements:

Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounts payable
Proven experience handling foreign creditors and currency transactions
Proficiency in accounting systems (SAP, Pastel, or similar)
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Good communication and organisational skills
Diploma or degree in Finance/Accounting preferred

If you meet the requirements and are immediately available or on short notice, we invite you to apply.

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