Inventory Accountant

Manpower SA (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical raw material distribution company in South Africa is seeking an experienced Inventory Accountant to manage inventory operations across multiple warehouses. The role involves leadership of logistics professionals and requires 10+ years of experience in inventory accounting, preferably in a logistics or manufacturing environment. Candidates should possess a BCom degree, proficiency with ERP systems like JDE and Salesforce, and have strong analytical and communication skills. This is a pivotal role for ensuring accuracy and compliance in inventory management.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in inventory accounting, preferably in a manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Ability to lead and develop a team of logistics professionals.
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory operations across multiple warehouses in South Africa and Kenya.
• Conduct regular book-to-book reconciliations with third-party stock holdings.
• Lead and coordinate month-end stock reconciliations.

Skills

Inventory accounting

Proficiency with ERP systems

Advanced Excel skills

Leadership skills

Analytical abilities

Education

BCom degree with completed articles

Tools

JDE

Salesforce

Job description

Exciting Opportunity in Chemical Raw Material Distribution. Our client, a leading chemical raw material distribution company, is seeking an experienced Inventory Accountant to join their dynamic supply chain team. This is a pivotal role ensuring accuracy, compliance, and seamless coordination across operations.

The Role

Reporting to the Supply Chain Engineer, you'll manage inventory operations across multiple warehouse locations in South Africa and Kenya, leading a team of logistics professionals. This fast-paced position requires someone who thrives under pressure and can maintain excellence when managing competing priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly stock meetings across South Africa and Kenya
• Maintain accurate inventory records across multiple warehouse locations
• Execute cycle counts and annual physical inventories
• Conduct regular book-to-book reconciliations with third-party stock holdings
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies with corrective action plans
• Manage and coordinate multiple third-party service providers
• Oversee month-end stock reconciliations and inventory provisions
• Lead and develop the inventory operations team
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, logistics, and finance teams

What You\'ll Need

Essential Qualifications:

• BCom degree with completed articles at an accounting/auditing firm
• 10+ years\' experience in inventory accounting (manufacturing or logistics environment preferred)
• Proficiency with ERP systems (JDE and Salesforce)
• Advanced Excel skills

Key Attributes:

• Solution-focused mindset with strong analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Resilient and able to multitask effectively
• Team player with a can-do attitude
• Resourceful and quick to implement improvements

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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