Temp Accounts Payable Clerk

Recruiter:

O'Brien Recruitment

Job Ref:

3644578405

Date posted:

Friday, December 5, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Temp Accounts Payable Clerk – Cape Town (V&A Waterfront Area)

Temporary / Permanent Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Temp Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy finance team based in Cape Town. This role requires someone who is accurate, detail-focused and able to manage high volumes of invoice capturing on an ERP system.

Key Responsibilities

Capture high volumes of supplier invoices accurately onto the ERP system (NAVISION)
Process and reconcile creditors’ accounts, addressing queries timeously
Liaise with internal teams (Operations & Procurement) and external suppliers
Maintain an organised filing system for invoices, reconciliations, and payments
General administrative and financial support to the Creditors Manager

Minimum Requirements

Matric with Accounting & Mathematics
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Creditors role is essential
Must have actual Accounts Payable experience with high-volume invoice capturing
Strong computer literacy, especially Excel (formulas, editing, spreadsheets)
Clear communication skills and the ability to work under pressure
High attention to detail, organised and deadline-driven

Important Notes

Debtors Clerk experience alone will not be considered – this is strictly an Accounts Payable/Creditors position

Competencies

Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
Proactive, hardworking and able to work independently
Logical thinker with strong problem-solving ability
Team player with strong customer service orientation

If you meet the above criteria, please submit your updated CV for consideration.

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