Creditors Controller

As a Creditors Controller, the job holder is expected to: Make procedural decisions that fall within the ambit of responsibility. Solve simple and moderately complex operational and JDE workflow problems within the ambit of responsibility. Identify and implement limited innovations, particularly those that will lower costs. Responsible for cash flow forecasting Full oversight over the cashbook function including bank reconciliations prepared by the creditor's clerks and month end reporting thereof Minimum Requirements 3-year degree/diploma in accounting is preferable Minimum of 3 years experience in a creditors control function Experience in a JDE environment - (Preferred) Duties & Responsibilities Creditors Control Review creditor account reconciliations before payment run Follow up and resolve long outstanding queries with suppliers Anticipate developments and identify creditor accounts that will require special attention Handle disputed accounts Maintain accurate measurement and performance statistics Maintain the Creditor's Ledger and monthly recon lists Follow up on all open items on the Vendor Ledger GRIR and Query Management Perform monthly reviews of GRIR and query balances for suppliers Follow up on long outstanding items for reversal Review GRIR journals for write-offs on older balances Review of queries logged onto the Sharepoint system for resolution Payment Management Review and block invoices and vendors for payment Facilitate monthly and daily payment runs Verify payments on the banking system and obtain approvals Resolve any rejected payments General Administration File and safeguard records within the area of responsibility Compile ad hoc spreadsheets and analysis when required Ad-hoc requests from AP Accountant / Financial Accountant Information and Data management Ensure team members accurately and regularly capture data onto JDE to enable access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis and decision-making Share relevant data with management teams to enable reliable business decision-making Create a workflow to update Vendor details on JDE when required Team Supervision Lead subordinates towards meeting strategy and targets through regular communication and utilisation of a full organisational talent management toolset Conduct performance appraisals and supervise team succession and resource planning Provide and schedule training based on team members development requirements and legislation Coach and support team members where necessary to achieve objectives Manage the employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company policy Build a high-energy team to deliver accurate financial reporting and a culture of corporate governance compliance Manage the activities of the team and ensure internal customer service requirements are met Manage leave and general time management issues in line with organisational deliverables

Location: Pietermaritzburg, ZA

Posted Date: 11/9/2025