Accounts Payable Clerk

Location: Somerset West

Hotel & Spa based close to Somerset West is seeking a detail-orientated and reliable Accounts Payable Clerk to join their Finance team.

This role is ideally suited to a finance professional with strong creditors and cashbook experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for accuracy, efficiency, and financial control. Previous experience within the hospitality industry will be a distinct advantage.

Duties:

Processing supplier invoices accurately and timeously
Matching invoices to purchase orders, delivery notes, goods received notes, and supplier statements
Ensuring all invoices are properly authorised before processing
Reconciling supplier accounts and resolving supplier queries
Preparing supplier payment batches for approval
Processing cashbook transactions, including payments, receipts, bank charges, and transfers
Performing bank and cashbook reconciliations
Managing and reconciling petty cash, including controls, approvals, and supporting documentation
Assisting with month-end procedures, accruals, reconciliations, and audit preparation
Maintaining accurate filing of invoices, payment records, petty cash vouchers, and supporting documentation
Liaising with suppliers and internal departments regarding accounts and payment queries
In this role, you will also support operational departments across the hotel by processing and managing accounts relating to:

• Food and beverage suppliers
• Housekeeping and guest amenities
• Spa and wellness services
• Maintenance and engineering
• Front Office and operational hotel requirements

Requirements:

Previous experience in accounts payable / creditors

Experience with cashbook processing and petty cash control
Good understanding of supplier reconciliations, payment processing, and financial controls
Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel and accounting systems such as Xero, Pastel, Sage, or similar
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Good organisational and time management skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with integrity
Previous experience in the hospitality industry
Experience working with hotel operational departments and high-volume supplier accounts