Branch Accountant

Globevest Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African meat wholesaler is looking for a Branch Accountant in Johannesburg. The position involves overseeing financial operations, managing accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Ideal candidates will have a relevant financial qualification and over 3 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in the supply chain or FMCG sectors. Strong administrative skills and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Over 3 years' experience in a similar position.
• Experience in supply chain/food processing/FMCG industry beneficial.
• Own reliable transport essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day financial operations and manage debtors/creditors.
• Approve weekly supplier and wage payments.
• Prepare monthly accounting reports and VAT reconciliations.

Skills

Computer literate

Strong admin skills

Education

Matric

Relevant financial qualification

Job description

Position: Branch Accountant

Salary: Market related

Location: Johannesburg

Industry: Food Processing/Supply

Reference Number: CWR.NRS.BA.27052025

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Our client is a leading South African meat wholesaler supplying meat and other food products to sectors of the hotel, restaurant and hospitality industries. They are looking for a Branch Accountant to join their Johannesburg team.

JOB DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Daily

• Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company
• Managing debtors department
• Managing creditors department
• Overseeing full finance function including sales and admin

Weekly:

• Approval of weekly supplier payments
• Approval of weekly wage payments

Monthly:

• Month end rebate recons
• Keeping fixed asset register
• Assisting with stock take process
• Process of monthly accounting reports
• Monthly Payroll and relevant taxes
• Monthly VAT recon

Other:

• Contract outside services for tax preparation, auditing, banking, investments, and other financial needs as necessary
• Track the company’s financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement
• Seek out methods for minimizing financial risk to the company
• Research and analyze financial reports and market trends
• Provide insightful information and expectations to senior management and shareholders to aid in long-term and short-term decision making
• Review financial data and prepare weekly, monthly and annual reports
• Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company
• Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric
• Relevant financial qualification

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• More than 3 Years’ experience in a similar position
• Supply chain / food processing / FMCG industry experience will be beneficial
• Computer literate
• Own reliable transport is essential
• Strong admin skills

TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION, PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW:

https://www.careers-page.com/the-globevest-group-2/job/L7RWVW75

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