Overview
Creditors Clerk Jobs in East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Creditors Clerk
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Recruiter:
Abantu Staffing Solutions
Job Ref:
1856208739
Date posted:
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Location:
East London, South Africa
SUMMARY:
POSITION INFO:
Overview
The Creditors Clerk is responsible for ensuring that supplier accounts are accurately processed, reconciled, and paid on time. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to handle a high volume of transactions, and a proactive approach to resolving queries.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric / Grade 12
- Further accounting/finance qualification (advantageous)
- 3+ years’ experience in a creditors/accounts payable role
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and an ERP system
Job Responsibilities
- Match supplier invoices with purchase orders, delivery notes, and authorisations.
- Accurately capture invoices into the accounting system
- Allocate general ledger accounts and ensure correct VAT treatment.
- Reconcile supplier statements to invoices on a monthly basis.
- Prepare and process payments to suppliers according to agreed terms.
- Ensure monthly accounts (e.g., utilities, rentals, services) are received, processed, and settled on time.
- Monitor and follow up on outstanding invoices and statements.
- Maintain an organised creditors filing system (electronic and hard copy).
- Respond promptly to supplier queries and maintain professional relationships.
- Assist with reconciliations related to transporters, rentals, and retailer fuel vouchers.
- Manage the shared creditors email inbox and ensure queries are actioned.
- Support the finance team with ad-hoc duties and provide cover when required.
Competencies: (Knowledge, skills and attributes)
- Strong numeracy and accuracy skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
- Team player, but also able to work independently