Finance Clerk: Expense Creditors at Malander

• Malander is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Expense Clerk to join a dynamic finance team based in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the timely and accurate processing of supplier payments, resolving account queries, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers. Retail industry experience is essential

Key Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the Expense Supervisor and assist in daily expense management.
• Validate expense invoices, ensuring tax details and VAT requirements are correct.
• Process invoices and credit notes accurately and efficiently.
• Perform creditor reconciliations, ensuring accounts are up to date.
• Resolve supplier account queries in a timely manner.
• Liaise with suppliers to follow up on outstanding matters.
• Prepare and compile payment runs while ensuring compliance with deadlines.
• Manage and monitor the Expense Creditors inbox, ensuring timely responses.
• Adhere to weekly and monthly reporting deadlines.
• Assist with audit queries as required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Matric plus relevant work experience.
• Retail industry experience is essential.
• Minimum 2 years of creditors' experience.
• Strong knowledge of VAT and tax invoice requirements.
• Experience working in a team-oriented environment is advantageous.

Competencies and Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Oracle Financials.
• Strong Excel skills are essential.
• Ability to interact confidently with superiors and suppliers.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve queries accurately and promptly.
• Ability to coordinate and complete month-end tasks effectively.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• A self-starter who is motivated and able to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High attention to detail and a goal-oriented mindset.
• Positive attitude with strong teamwork and collaboration skills.