Creditors Clerk/Finance Assistant (6 Month Contract)

SUMMARY:
Job Purpose
This role supports the finance department with accounts payable, financial record-keeping, reconciliations, and various administrative tasks. The Creditors Clerk / Finance Assistant will help ensure accurate processing of payments, supplier engagement, and compliance with audit and tax requirements.
This position is suited to a detail-oriented individual with a strong aptitude for numbers and accounting systems, who thrives in a structured environment with routine financial responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
 

• Process supplier invoices and match them with purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Prepare and process payments with accurate supporting documentation.
• Reconcile supplier statements and address discrepancies.
• Capture invoices and payments into accounting software (e.g., SAGE, Pastel).
• Organize and maintain financial records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Assist with monthly creditor reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
• Contribute to VAT audits and ensure VAT compliance.
• Assist with bank reconciliations, petty cash, and related ad-hoc finance duties.
• Handle finance-related supplier and internal queries.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team.

POSITION INFO:
Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar finance or creditors clerk role.
• Proven experience in accounts payable and financial administration.

• Proficient in accounting software (Palladium, SAGE, Pastel, or similar).
• Skilled in MS Excel and general computer literacy.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in numerical data.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively.
• Strong communication skills for internal and external interactions.