Description:
Creditors Clerk- Foreign
This leading South African book publisher and distributor requires the services of a Creditors Clerk- Foreign who is highly organized and detail-oriented to join our finance department and contribute to our ongoing success.
The incumbent will be based in Denver, Johannesburg.
Position Overview:
In this role you will manage and maintain accurate records of foreign creditors, ensuring timely payments and compliance with international financial regulations. The ideal candidate should have experience in handling foreign currency transactions, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities to liaise effectively with international suppliers. Additionally, this role includes finance administration responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process and manage foreign creditor accounts, ensuring all invoices and payments are accurately recorded and reconciled.
- Handle foreign currency transactions, manage fund conversions, and apply exchange rates correctly.
- Communicate with foreign suppliers regarding payment issues, discrepancies, or queries.
- Perform regular reconciliation of foreign creditor accounts and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Ensure all payments are made promptly and in accordance with agreed-upon terms, including international bank transfers.
- Generate detailed reports on foreign creditors, outstanding payments, and foreign currency exposure for internal stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of foreign creditor transactions and related documentation.
- Oversee finance administration tasks, including fleet and mobile phone management.
- Manage the company’s petty cash accounts.
- Assist with month-end closing process.
Key Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role within accounts payable, ideally with a focus on foreign creditors and international payments.
- A relevant qualification in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field is preferred (e.g., Bookkeeping, Accounting Diploma, or equivalent).
- Strong understanding of foreign exchange, international payment systems, and cross-border financial transactions.
- Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail in financial processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve discrepancies or payment issues efficiently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively, with a proactive approach to work.
The company offers a competitive salary, as well as membership to the Medical Aid and Retirement funds.
Given our employment equity guidelines, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.
Those who meet the requirements of the post and are interested in applying for this position may apply on the Media24 career portal by clicking on the following link> https://media24.simplify.hr/vacancy/08ikoc
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 21 MARCH 2025
Only short-listed candidates will be interviewed.
Requirements:
- Process and manage foreign creditor accounts, ensuring all invoices and payments are accurately recorded and reconciled.
- Handle foreign currency transactions, manage fund conversions, and apply exchange rates correctly.
- Communicate with foreign suppliers regarding payment issues, discrepancies, or queries.
- Perform regular reconciliation of foreign creditor accounts and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Ensure all payments are made promptly and in accordance with agreed-upon terms, including international bank transfers.
- Generate detailed reports on foreign creditors, outstanding payments, and foreign currency exposure for internal stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of foreign creditor transactions and related documentation.
- Oversee finance administration tasks, including fleet and mobile phone management.
- Manage the company’s petty cash accounts.
- Assist with month-end closing process.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role within accounts payable, ideally with a focus on foreign creditors and international payments.
- A relevant qualification in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field is preferred (e.g., Bookkeeping, Accounting Diploma, or equivalent).
- Strong understanding of foreign exchange, international payment systems, and cross-border financial transactions.
- Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail in financial processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve discrepancies or payment issues efficiently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively, with a proactive approach to work.