Junior Accountant - Germiston
Route ManagementJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa30+ days ago
Job descriptionManage and analyze accounting data to assess performance, financial position, solvency, liquidity, and cash flows Prepare accurate yearly budgets by forecasting income and expenditure Ensure timely and correct invoicing at the depot; scrutinize and approve job packs following internal procedures Conduct weekly analysis of the trial balance to monitor expenditure and make corrections as needed Investigate open sales orders and manuals to identify issues Process credit notes with proper documentation Post labor costs daily Maintain order numbers for open jobs in workshops on the WIP valuation report Ensure prompt invoicing of completed jobs Coordinate stock takes according to schedule and procedures Oversee store operations, ensuring proper receiving and issuing procedures Investigate stock variances and address them with responsible staff Manage stock levels, including slow-moving stock Implement systems, policies, and procedures; provide objective feedback Engage in continuous professional development related to sector regulations and best practices Prepare monthly creditor reconciliations; review and follow up on discrepancies Arrange and process payments and schedules Provide weekly summaries of DQ applications, logistics, and inventory levels to management Maintain duty payment schedules including VAT and duty percentages Process internet and bank payments, including authorizations Review bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies Follow up on month-end payments and statement receipts Reconcile monthly loan accounts and prepare related reports Record loan transactions through journal entries Assist in preparing annual financial statements and budgets Summarize monthly provisions for bad debts Prepare and review VAT reconciliations and submissions Perform ad hoc tasks such as depot inspections, auditor information retrieval, sales profitability review, and Capex documentation as required
Junior Accountant
Requirements
- Completed Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
- Valid driver’s license
- Willingness to travel
- Excellent communication skills and bilingual proficiency
- Ability to work under pressure
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Highly committed and willing to go the extra mile
- Problem-solving skills
Description of Duties
The successful candidate will perform the following responsibilities, along with other duties as assigned :
Accounting Functions
Accounts Payable
Cashbook and Petty Cash
Financial Reporting
Statutory
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Junior Accountant • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa