We are in need of a full-time Creditors Clerk to join our team at our offices outside Durbanville on the Vissershok Road. This is a fast-paced, high-performance environment with strict deadlines that cannot be missed. We are looking for a loyal, hardworking individual who can perform under pressure while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

You will report to the Financial Manager and will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the creditors function across our group of companies.

We expect the successful candidate to be able to:

• Receive, verify, and process supplier invoices and credit notes

• Match supplier invoices to purchase orders, delivery notes, and supporting documentation

• Verify pricing, quantities, VAT treatment, and account allocations

• Capture supplier invoices accurately within required deadlines

• Reconcile supplier statements monthly and resolve discrepancies promptly

• Prepare supplier payment schedules for approval

• Ensure all payments are made according to agreed supplier terms

• Maintain accurate supplier master data

• Respond to supplier queries professionally and within agreed turnaround times

• Investigate and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies

• Liaise with operational departments to resolve outstanding documentation and approval issues

• Build and maintain positive supplier relationships

• Ensure compliance with company purchasing and payment procedures

• Verify appropriate authorisation before processing invoices

• Ensure VAT is processed correctly in accordance with South African legislation

Requirements:

• Matric qualification

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Creditors Clerk or similar position

• Sound knowledge of VAT legislation

• Excellent reconciliation skills

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Strong organisational and time management skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment while maintaining professionalism

• Professionalism and the ability to multitask

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and adaptable to other software systems

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Own reliable transport (non-negotiable)

• Contactable work references

• Good work ethic and sober habits

This position offers a market-related salary, dependent on previous experience. Employees become members of a provident fund after their probation period. The annual close down is in December/January during the builder’s holiday. Working hours are from 08:00 to 17:00, but only until 15:00 on a Friday.

If you think you fit this profile, please send your CV to careers@portland.co.za. Please indicate your expected salary. Only candidates who meet the requirements will be considered. Should you not hear back from our offices within 5 working days, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.