Job Description

Job Summary:
The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing local and foreign creditors, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, reconciliations, and payments while maintaining strong supplier relationships.Key Responsibilities:
Creditors Management:

• Process and reconcile local and foreign supplier invoices.
• Verify and capture creditors transactions accurately and timeously.
• Match purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices for approval.
• Manage multi-currency transactions and handle foreign exchange payments.

Payments & Reconciliations:

• Prepare and process weekly/monthly creditor payments.
• Perform creditors reconciliations, ensuring correct balances and resolving discrepancies.
• Ensure all payments comply with company policies and tax regulations.

Foreign Exchange & Supplier Relations:

• Process forex payments, secure exchange rates, and liaise with banks on forex transactions.
• Reconcile foreign creditor accounts and handle queries related to import/export payments.
• Maintain strong relationships with international and local suppliers.

General Finance & Administration:

• Assist in month-end closing procedures by ensuring accurate recording of creditor transactions.
• Monitor credit terms and outstanding amounts, ensuring accounts are settled on time.
• Maintain proper filing and record-keeping of all creditor documents

Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12) and a relevant accounting qualification (Diploma/Degree preferred).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a Creditors role, preferably in a packaging or manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in forex transactions (multi-currency, forex payments, exchange rates).
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage, Pastel, SAP, or similar ERP systems).
• Excellent numerical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with suppliers and internal teams.

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