Junior Accountant

Communicate Finance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Communicate Finance in South Africa is seeking an experienced accountant to manage the full accounts receivable function in a manufacturing/FMCG setting. You will handle daily invoicing, credit notes, customer receipts, and reconciliations, while supporting month-end close and management reporting.

The role emphasizes accuracy, strong Excel and ERP skills, stock and cost accounting, and collaboration with production and stores to strengthen stock control and financial integrity.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts receivable function, including daily invoicing, credit notes, and customer receipt allocations.
• Review and maintain customer credit applications and debtor insurance records.
• Prepare journals and perform account reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Reconcile bank accounts and maintain cashbook.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities and management reporting.
• Maintain general ledger accounts, fixed asset records, and supporting documentation.
• Perform inventory reconciliations and investigate stock variances to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate with production, stores, and operational teams to strengthen stock control processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial procedures and support audit requirements.

Skills

Excel

ERP systems

Inventory management

Cost accounting

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Integrity

Time management

Education

Diploma or BCom Fin Acc/BTech

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Description

Manage the full accounts receivable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of customer transactions. Process daily invoicing, credit notes, and customer receipt allocations efficiently. Review and maintain customer credit applications and debtor insurance records. Track and reconcile pallet movements on a weekly basis. Calculate, allocate, and monitor customer rebates, discounts, and related provisions. Prepare journals and perform account reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy. Reconcile bank accounts and ensure the cashbook is maintained correctly. Assist with month‑end and year‑end financial close activities. Support the preparation of management accounts and financial reporting. Maintain general ledger accounts, fixed asset records, and supporting documentation. Perform inventory reconciliations and investigate stock variances to ensure accuracy. Capture and reconcile manufacturing and production-related transactions. Monitor inventory costs, material usage, waste, and scrap to support operational efficiency. Partner with production, stores, and operational teams to strengthen stock control processes. Ensure compliance with financial procedures, support audit requirements, and maintain accurate financial records.

Skills & Experience

3–4 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably within a manufacturing or FMCG environment. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems. Sound understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial controls. Exposure to inventory management, stock control, or cost accounting. Exceptional attention to detail with a high level of accuracy. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. Excellent organisational and time‑management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team. High level of integrity and confidentiality when handling financial information. Ability to collaborate with finance, production, procurement, and warehouse teams. Proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership and drive results. Consistent delivery of accurate and timely reconciliations and reporting. Commitment to reducing stock and accounting discrepancies while supporting operational efficiency.

Qualification

Diploma or BCom Fin Acc/ Btech, Completed articles or studying toward a professional accounting qualification.