Creditors Controller

Closing Date 2025/11/17Reference Number RCL251013-2Company RCL FoodsJob Title Creditors ControllerFunctions FinanceJob Type Classification PermanentLocation - Town / City PietermaritzburgLocation - Province KwaZulu-NatalLocation - Country South AfricaJob DescriptionAt RCL FOODS, we are driven by a purpose that goes beyond business. Our commitment to "We grow what matters" reflects our dedication to nourishing lives, communities, and the future. As a leading player in the Food Manufacturing industry, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and making a positive impact. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our Sunshine Team as a Creditors Controller.The suitable candidate will be required to control and follow up on creditors’ transactions and reconciliations and review work done by the creditors’ clerks and admin clerks.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 creditors clerks and month end reporting thereofThe role will be based at our Pietermaritzburg.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 & ResponsibilitiesCreditors ControlReview creditor account reconciliations before payment runFollow up and resolve long outstanding queries with suppliersAnticipate developments and identify creditor accounts that will require special attentionHandle disputed accountsMaintain accurate measurement and performance statisticsMaintain the Creditor's Ledger and monthly recon listsFollow up on all open items on the Vendor LedgerGRIR and Query ManagementPerform monthly reviews of GRIR and query balances for suppliersFollow up on long outstanding items for reversalReview GRIR journals for write-offs on older balancesReview of queries logged onto the Sharepoint system for resolutionPayment ManagementReview and block invoices and vendors for paymentFacilitate monthly and daily payment runsVerify payments on the banking system and obtain approvalsResolve any rejected paymentsGeneral AdministrationFile and safeguard records within the area of responsibilityCompile ad hoc spreadsheets and analysis when requiredAd-hoc requests from AP Accountant / Financial AccountantInformation and Data managementEnsure team members accurately and regularly capture data onto JDE to enable access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis and decision-makingShare relevant data with management teams to enable reliable business decision-makingCreate a workflow to update Vendor details on JDE when requiredTeam SupervisionLead subordinates towards meeting strategy and targets through regular communication and utilisation of a full organisational talent management toolsetConduct performance appraisals and supervise team succession and resource planningProvide and schedule training based on team members’ development requirements and legislationCoach and support team members where necessary to achieve objectivesManage the employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company policyBuild a high-energy team to deliver accurate financial reporting and a culture of corporate governance complianceManage the activities of the team and ensure internal customer service requirements are metManage leave and general time management issues in line with organisational deliverables