Creditors Clerk, Durbanville, WCape at Sheldon Recruitment

• Our client has a vacancy for a Creditors Clerk for a permanent role, based in Durbanville, Western Cape.

Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:

• Grade 12 with 3+ years’ experience in a Creditors Clerk position (construction / manufacturing industry preferred)
• Sound knowledge of VAT legislation and excellent reconciliation skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail with sober habits
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment while maintaining professionalism
• Ideally seeking a candidate resident near the Durbanville area
• Computer literate on MS Office and financial systems
• Contactable work references
• Annual shut down during Dec/Jan builders holiday
• Own valid transport and fluency in Afrikaans
• Working hours : Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm, Friday 8am – 3pm 

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Receive, verify, and process supplier invoices and credit notes
• Match supplier invoices to purchase orders, delivery notes, and supporting documentation
• Verify pricing, quantities, VAT treatment, and account allocations
• Capture supplier invoices accurately within required deadlines
• Reconcile supplier statements monthly and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Prepare supplier payment schedules for approval
• Ensure all payments are made according to agreed supplier terms
• Maintain accurate supplier master data
• Respond to supplier queries professionally and within agreed turnaround times
• Investigate and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies
• Liaise with operational departments to resolve outstanding documentation and approval issues
• Build and maintain positive supplier relationships
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing and payment procedures
• Verify appropriate authorisation before processing invoices
• Ensure VAT is processed correctly in accordance with South African legislation