Lead Inventory Accountant — Multisite Operations

University of Fort Hare; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 850 000 - 890 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical raw material distribution company is looking for an experienced Inventory Accountant to manage inventory operations across multiple warehouse locations in South Africa and Kenya. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in inventory accounting and a BCom degree. Strong analytical skills and the ability to lead and collaborate with various teams are essential. This role offers competitive compensation and requires excellence in managing competing priorities.

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.

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.

Job description

A leading chemical raw material distribution company is looking for an experienced Inventory Accountant to manage inventory operations across multiple warehouse locations in South Africa and Kenya. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in inventory accounting and a BCom degree. Strong analytical skills and the ability to lead and collaborate with various teams are essential. This role offers competitive compensation and requires excellence in managing competing priorities.