Junior Accountant: Inventory, Reconciliations & Close

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

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.