Regional Inventory Accountant & Team Lead

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

Job summary

A leading distribution company in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Inventory Accountant to enhance their supply chain operations. You will be responsible for managing inventory across multiple warehouses, leading a team, and ensuring compliance with best practices. The ideal candidate possesses a BCom degree, has over 10 years of experience in inventory accounting, and is proficient with ERP systems like JDE and Salesforce. A solution-focused mindset and excellent leadership skills are essential for this fast-paced role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in inventory accounting, preferably in manufacturing or logistics.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel capabilities.

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.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies with corrective actions.
• Manage multiple third-party service providers.

Skills

Solution-focused mindset

Analytical abilities

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

BCom degree with completed articles

Tools

ERP systems (JDE, Salesforce)

Job description

A leading distribution company in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Inventory Accountant to enhance their supply chain operations. You will be responsible for managing inventory across multiple warehouses, leading a team, and ensuring compliance with best practices. The ideal candidate possesses a BCom degree, has over 10 years of experience in inventory accounting, and is proficient with ERP systems like JDE and Salesforce. A solution-focused mindset and excellent leadership skills are essential for this fast-paced role.