Job Description

Are you a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant looking to grow your career within a well-established manufacturing company?

A reputable company based in Parow is looking for a diligent and accurate Junior Accountant to join their team. The successful candidate will assist with the day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting functions, including reconciliations, debtors, creditors, month-end procedures and management accounts.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to develop their skills and grow with the business.

REQUIREMENTS

Grade 12 / Matric with a relevant Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or Bookkeeping
5+ years’ experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role, preferably within a manufacturing, production or FMCG environment
Strong understanding of full-function bookkeeping and accounting principles
Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger
Good knowledge of VAT, PAYE and other statutory requirements.
Experience with month-end and year-end financial processes
Strong Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables and financial reporting
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with suppliers, customers, auditors and internal departments
Strong integrity and a high level of accountability

DUTIES

Manage the full bookkeeping function and maintain accurate financial records.
Process and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Perform bank, supplier, customer and general ledger reconciliations.
Prepare and process monthly journals, accruals, prepayments and provisions.
Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting and close-off procedures.
Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are correctly allocated.
Prepare VAT returns, PAYE and other statutory submissions, where applicable.
Manage supplier invoices, payments and creditor reconciliations.
Monitor customer accounts, collections and debtor ageing.
Handle inventory and stock accounting, including stock reconciliations and adjustments.
Assist with cost accounting, including raw materials, labour, overheads and manufacturing costs.
Monitor and reconcile work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods.
Assist with production costing and variance analysis.
Reconcile inventory movements between the accounting and production/ERP systems.
Maintain accurate records of fixed assets and depreciation.
Assist with budgets, forecasts and cash-flow management.
Prepare management reports and financial analysis for senior management.
Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies and variances.
Assist with annual audits and provide supporting documentation to auditors.
Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, internal controls and relevant legislation.
Work closely with production, procurement, warehouse, sales and management teams to ensure accurate financial information.
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting efficiencies.
Supervise or review the work of junior bookkeeping/accounts staff, where applicable.

Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience