Creditors Clerk

Company: FlySafair
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job Type: Permanent
Work Level: Entry Level / Junior
Salary: Market Related
Application Deadline: October 8, 2025
Reference Number: Finance_CreditorsClerk3

Job Description

FlySafair is seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Creditors Clerk to join our finance team. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for an individual with a strong administrative background and a passion for numbers to build a career within a dynamic aviation environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company’s accounts payable function, ensuring all creditors are paid accurately and on time. This role is crucial to maintaining healthy supplier relationships and the smooth financial operation of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive, sort, distribute, and file all incoming invoices efficiently.
• Accurately capture both local and foreign supplier invoices into the financial system.
• Prepare and maintain detailed local and foreign supplier account reconciliations.
• Liaise closely with the Logistics department and various suppliers to resolve queries.
• Process supplier payments in strict accordance with agreed payment terms.
• Take responsibility for clearing old queries and outstanding payments to ensure accounts are up to date.
• Provide crucial support during month-end and year-end financial close-off procedures.
• Assist external auditors by providing all necessary information and documentation for the year-end audit.
• Create new creditor accounts in the system as required.
• Accurately post payments against the correct creditor accounts.
• Handle all ad-hoc queries from both suppliers and internal management promptly and professionally.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in an Accounts Payable or similar role is essential.
• Must be willing to work overtime as and when operational requirements demand.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Proven working knowledge and experience with a financial accounting system.
• Solid understanding of Accounts Payable and basic Accounts Receivable principles.
• High proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Personal Attributes:

• Deadline-driven with a strong ability to manage time effectively.
• Exhibits excellent attention to detail in all tasks.
• Possesses strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Good verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work diligently and maintain accuracy under pressure.
• Can follow instructions carefully and is committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Immaculate timekeeping and a highly professional demeanor.
• Strong work ethic, underpinned by honesty and integrity.
• Proactive approach to delivering duties and solving problems.
• Ability to work independently as well as being a strong team player.
• Flexible and able to cope with changing workload priorities.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.

Application Guidelines

• Please note that email applications will NOT be accepted.
• Preference will be given to members of under-represented designated groups.
• If no feedback is provided within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• FlySafair reserves the right not to proceed with the vacancy and to appoint candidates based on its operational requirements.

To apply for this position, please visit the official application portal:
flysafair.mcidirecthire.com

Closing Date: October 8, 2025