Junior Management Accountant

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary advancement potential

Study leave and sponsorship for CIMA

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a well-established manufacturing client, seeks a Junior Management Accountant in Centurion, Gauteng. You will work with the senior team on financial planning, reporting, and analysis, gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, budgeting support, GL reconciliations, and cost/inventory analysis. A strong willingness to learn and develop within finance is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Management Accounting or equivalent.
• 0–3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Basic understanding of management accounting and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; accounting software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of management reports, financial statements, and variance analyses.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts.
• Process journal entries and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Help in the preparation of cost accounting reports.
• Assist with inventory valuation and analysis.
• Support the finance team in ad-hoc financial projects and analysis.
• Maintain fixed asset registers.
• Contribute to the development of financial models.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication & interpersonal

Management accounting concepts

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Management Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company situated in Centurion, Gauteng, is actively recruiting for a diligent and enthusiastic Junior Management Accountant. This role is an excellent opportunity for an individual eager to build a career in management accounting and gain hands-on experience within a supportive corporate environment. The successful candidate will work closely with the senior accounting team, contributing to the financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions. This position requires a foundational understanding of accounting principles and a strong desire to learn and grow. The role is based at our modern facilities in Centurion, Gauteng, offering a stable and professional work setting. We are committed to fostering talent and providing clear pathways for career advancement. You will be involved in critical financial processes that directly impact operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. This is an exciting entry-level position for a budding accountant looking to make a tangible contribution.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of management reports, financial statements, and variance analyses.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts.
• Process journal entries and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Help in the preparation of cost accounting reports.
• Assist with inventory valuation and analysis.
• Support the finance team in ad-hoc financial projects and analysis.
• Maintain fixed asset registers.
• Contribute to the development of financial models.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Management Accounting, or an equivalent qualification.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience in accounting or a related field.
• Basic understanding of management accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a professional accounting environment.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• This position offers a competitive starting salary, opportunities for study leave, and sponsorship for professional qualifications such as CIMA.
• Employees are provided with comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Our client believes in investing in their employees' future and offers extensive training and development programs.
• The work environment in Centurion, Gauteng is collaborative and supportive, with ample opportunities for career progression within the finance department.