Astral, a leading Southern African integrated poultry producer with an exciting opportunity available for a Creditors Controller to join our Finance & Admin department, based in Epping.

County Fair, a Division of Astral Operations Limited, has this opportunity for a Creditors Controller in their Finance and Administration Department, based in Epping, Cape Town.

The purpose of the Creditors Controller position is to ensure timeous payment processing of Supplier accounts and reconciling of complex accounts according to company policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• To reconcile all statements for month-end payments
• Attend to Supplier queries speedily and in a professional manner
• Work closely with various sites Store Controllers and Buyers
• Capturing of invoices for payment in the LN system
• Matching of Goods Received Vouchers (GRV's) with invoices received (clearing the Grynia reports)
• Filing of documentation as required
• Following up on outstanding invoices with various suppliers
• Ad-hoc administrative functions and switchboard relief.
• To maintain a "clean" age analysis of accounts
• Actively participate in the 20 Keys programme or any other continuous workplace improvement or company initiatives.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• A minimum of least 3-5 years Creditors Controller experience in an FMCG environment
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be able to work overtime when necessary
• Computer literacy with intermediate MS Excel
• Self-motivated with the ability to meet pressurized deadlines and maintain strict attention to detail
• Working knowledge of an ERP system, with experience of the LN system an added advantage.
• Must be able to work independently, be self-motivated with the ability to meet pressurized deadlines and maintain strict attention to detail;
• Computer literacy with intermediate/advanced MS Excel skills and working knowledge of an ERP system;
• Fluent in English and an additional official language;
• Must be prepared to work overtime when required;
• Apply highest standard of personal and professional integrity.