Job Summary
Our client is a prominent and professional Spill Response Company (services include oil, hazmat and operational support to land and marine emergencies); based in Sidwell, Port Elizabeth.
Requirements:
- Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Finance - Essential.
- 3+ years' proven experience in accounts payable, creditors management, or similar finance role.
- Candidate must manage the full accounting function.
- Pastel experience (Partner or Evolution)—strong understanding of supplier ledgers, 3-way matching, and payment processing.
- Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, reconciliation templates).
- Professional communication skills when dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Receive, verify, and process supplier invoices accurately and promptly.
- Assist with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cashbook, Asset Register, Depreciation, follow up on outstanding debtors, etc.
- Maintain accurate records of all creditor transactions.
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
- Liaise with suppliers regarding queries and payment issues.
- Manage supplier credit notes and ensure proper allocation/offset against invoices.
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial closing processes.
- Support process improvements to optimise the accounts payable function.
Key Competencies:
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Organisation and time management.
- Problem-solving and negotiation.
- Professionalism and integrity.
- Process discipline and controls mindset.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet payment deadlines.
Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.