Creditors Clerk (Accounts Payable) – Sage Evolution - Meadowdale

SUMMARY:
Creditors Clerk (Accounts Payable) – Sage Evolution - Meadowdale

POSITION INFO:
Position Overview We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Creditors Clerk to join our finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company''s accounts payable function, ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time while maintaining strong supplier relationships and accurate financial records. Experience within a manufacturing or FMCG environment and proficiency in Sage Evolution will be highly advantageous. Key Responsibilities: Accounts Payable Management Capture supplier invoices accurately and timeously. Match supplier invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes. Reconcile supplier statements monthly. Investigate and resolve supplier account discrepancies. Prepare creditor payment schedules for approval. Process supplier payments in accordance with company procedures. Supplier Administration: Maintain supplier account records and documentation. Liaise with suppliers regarding invoices, statements, payments, and queries. Ensure supplier information is updated and accurate. Financial Administration: Ensure all invoices are correctly allocated to general ledger accounts. Assist with month-end and year-end creditor reconciliations. Maintain accurate filing and record-keeping systems. Support audit requirements by providing relevant documentation. Reporting: Generate creditor age analyses. Report overdue accounts and payment obligations. Assist management with cash flow forecasting related to supplier payments. Minimum Requirements: Matric (Grade 12) essential. Accounting or Bookkeeping qualification advantageous. 2-5 years'' experience in a Creditors or Accounts Payable role. Manufacturing, FMCG, wholesale, or distribution experience advantageous. Technical Skills: Sage Evolution experience highly advantageous. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong numerical and reconciliation skills. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Accuracy of creditor reconciliations. Timeliness of supplier payments. Resolution of supplier queries. Accuracy of invoice processing. Compliance with company payment procedures. Salary offer: Negotiable