Job Summary
JA Clift (Pty) Ltd, a company founded in 1906 and the oldest monumental and granite contracting business in Southern Africa, has an exciting opportunity for a Creditors Clerk to join the team. The incumbent will report to the Senior Bookkeeper and will be responsible for the administration and management of the creditors function.
Responsibilities:
- Resolve account queries from suppliers in collaboration with Senior Bookkeeper
- Manage the creditors function:
- Processing supplier information: invoices, credit notes, etc.
- Capture orders and process requisitions on Xero Accounting Software
- Complete and send purchase orders
- Capture approved invoices on Xero
- Process statements and invoices
- Prepare supplier accounts for payments
- Supplier reconciliations
- Liaise with suppliers and service providers regarding information required for processing
- Update creditor account payment terms
- Perform general administrative duties
- Prepare bank payment schedules
- Provide ad hoc assistance to the Senior Bookkeeper
Requirements:
- Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and Accounting
- Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience
- Experience and proven knowledge of Xero
- Experience in the building industry will be beneficial
- Basic understanding of company expenses and management of accounts payable
- Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining accuracy
- Strong ability to manage and meet deadlines, especially regarding payments
- Excellent multi-tasking ability
- Good numerical skills
- Good administration and communication skills (including feedback to superiors)