Creditors Clerk - JHB at Seriti

The Role

As a Creditors Clerk at Seriti Green, you'll be at the heart of our renewable energy mission in South Africa. In this role, you'll wield your financial expertise to ensure the seamless flow of resources to our sustainable projects. Your meticulous attention to detail will shine as you process invoices, manage expenses, and cultivate strong relationships with our valued suppliers. Beyond the numbers, you'll play a vital role in compliance, working hand-in-hand with your colleagues in our finance team to keep our financial records in line with local legislation and regulations.

Key responsibilities include

• Accurately capture and process supplier invoices related to projects while ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Verify and reconcile supplier invoices with purchase orders, delivery notes, and contracts to ensure accuracy of charges and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain effective communication and positive relationships with suppliers, addressing payment inquiries and discrepancies professionally and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and process payments to suppliers, adhering to payment terms and ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
• Maintain organised and up-to-date records of all financial transactions, invoices, and payment documentation for audit and reporting purposes.
• Collaborate with the finance team during internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to accounts payable.
• Engage with suppliers to obtain up to date BBBEE scorecards.
• Collaborate with the finance team during the BEE audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to accounts payable and suppliers.
• Capture bank transactions and perform bank reconciliations at month-end to ensure accurate financial records.
• Maintain and update contract databases, including updating and processing project lease schedules and invoices.
• Reconcile payables and other general accounts to maintain accurate financial records.
• Perform data entry, record keeping, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Engage in conversations with employees, clients, and vendors to obtain or verify information related to financial transactions and accounts payable.
• Perform adhoc duties and reporting as directed by the Financial Manager.

Education & Experience

• Diploma in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of experience in a creditors clerk role, preferably in the renewable energy sector.
• Proficiency in using accounting software such as Pastel, Sage Accounting and Oracle Netsuite for invoice processing and financial reporting.
• Understanding of South African tax regulations and their implications on accounts payable.

. Character & Attributes

• Meticulous in reviewing invoices and financial documents for accuracy, completeness and compliance.
• Able to collaborate effectively within the finance team and across departments.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Maintain high ethical standards and confidentiality in handling financial information.
• Willingness to adapt to changing environment and company procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills