Accountant at Shoprite Group of Companies

Purpose of the Job    

• The purpose of this role is to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial management within the meat processing facility. The Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of financial records, with a particular focus on inventory valuation, expense creditors, cost control, and general ledger accuracy.
• This role supports operational efficiency by providing reliable financial insights, monitoring production-related costs, and ensuring adherence to internal controls, statutory requirements, and industry-specific compliance standards.
• Through effective financial oversight, the Accountant contributes to optimised profitability, informed decision-making, and the overall financial health of the facility.
• "Our Group and all its operating companies are committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included."

Job Objectives    

• To ensure that the stock ledger is accurately updated on a monthly basis;
• To ensure that clearing accounts are cleared on a monthly basis;
• To ensure that quarterly board meeting reports are prepared;
• To fulfil the responsibility as a B signatory to CAMS and expense creditors system;
• To assist with year-end reporting;
• To prepare reports;
• To ensure control of ledger accounts;
• To analyse and adjust data in order to be processed into SAP.

Qualifications    

• BCom Financial accounting or similar (essential)
• SAIPA accreditation (preferred)

Experience    

• 2 years experience in financial or management accounting preferably within a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge and Skills    

• Reconciliations
• Posting of journals
• Understand assets, liabilities and expenses
• Knowledge of accounts amangement
• VAT knowledge
• International Financial Reporting Standards
• MS Excel
• SAP 

Closing Date    

• 2026/02/27