Job title: Accounts Payable / Receiveable Clerk
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Cape Town, Southern Suburbs
Job published: 09/05/2025
Job ID: 60932

Job Description

My client in the international trading industry is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable & Receivable Clerk to support its busy finance team. This role involves managing global transactions and assisting with varied business operations, ideal for someone with solid accounting skills and a keen eye for accuracy in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Capture supplier invoices accurately
  • Match invoices to GRNs and POs (3-way match process)
  • Prepare weekly supplier payment batches
  • Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
  • Raise and issue customer invoices timeously
  • Follow up on outstanding payments
  • Prepare debtor ageing reports weekly and monthly
  • Flag high-risk or overdue accounts to the Finance Manager
  • Assist with preparation of accruals and reconciliations
  • Support intercompany billing tasks
  • Maintain accurate audit trails of all AP/AR transactions

Requirements:

  • Relevant finance diploma/certificate
  • Min of 3 years experience in an AP/AR function
  • Experience with ERP systems (Acumatica/Unigest experience is advantageous)
  • Proficient in MS Office and MS Excel
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills required
  • Ability to manage workload and work under pressure

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