Career Opportunity: Accounts Clerk
(Accounts Payable & Inventory Support)

Location: Cape Town
Industry: Manufacturing (FMCG Focus)
Salary: Market-Related CTC Package
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a highly accurate, organized, and self-driven finance professional looking for a foundational role in a fast-paced manufacturing/FMCG environment?

Our client, a leading manufacturing entity in Northern Cape Town, is seeking a meticulous Accounts Clerk to focus primarily on the Accounts Payable function while providing crucial support for inventory management and stock-taking activities. This role is essential for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial and inventory records.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Invoice Processing: Process all supplier invoices accurately.

• Document Matching: Match purchase orders, delivery notes, Goods Received Notes (GRNs), and invoices.

• Ledger Reconciliation: Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted.

• Query Resolution: Communicate with suppliers via phone, email, and in-person to resolve billing queries and discrepancies.

• Payment Tracking: Follow up on overdue invoices and payments.

• Supplier Management: Facilitate new supplier credit applications or increases in existing limits.

Administration & Compliance

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all accounts payable and inventory transactions.

• Filing: Maintain organized filing systems for financial records (electronic and paper).

• Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting regulations.

• Ad Hoc Duties: Perform other administrative tasks as required by the Finance Department.

Inventory Support

• Stock Take: Assist with the coordination and execution of weekly stock take activities.

• Collaboration: Collaborate with the Finance and Production teams to ensure timely and accurate financial processing.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience is essential, with FMCG experience recommended.

• Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Working knowledge of Syspro is recommended.

• Attributes:

  • Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong organizational and time management skills.

  • Ability to work independently but also function effectively as a team player.

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

How to Apply:

If you are a driven Accounts Clerk ready for an essential role in a manufacturing environment in Cape Town:

• Send your comprehensive CV to the Hire Resolve team.

• Connect with Lidene Pienaar via LinkedIn today!

📧 Contact: financialcareers@hireresolve.za.com

🌐 Website: www.hireresolve.co.za

Reference: AccountsClerk_KG_2025