Junior Accountant at Clicks Group

Introduction

• We are looking to recruit Junior Accountant to work within the Retail Finance - Sorbet department. The role will be based at Sorbet Head Office in Woodmead, Johannesburg and will report to the Retail Finance Analyst.

Job description

Job Purpose:

• To provide accurate and timely finance support to the Sorbet business by assisting with invoice processing, month-end accounting, reconciliations, and reporting for Corporate Stores, while ensuring compliance with internal controls and Clicks Group standards.

Job Objectives: 

• Process invoices timeously and efficiently and respond to and resolve internal/vendor queries within 48 hours.
• Ensure all rental/landlords are onboarded no later than one month after lease commencement.
• Review and remain accountable for Corporate Stores GL reviews and entries at month end. This includes Zenoti sales, cost of sales, stock adjustments and inventory entries.
• Monthly journal preparation (including General Ledger accounts review)
• Monthly reconciliation analysis and review.
• Assist in automating Corporate Stores Income Statements in Clicks systems (EPM/SAC).
• Publish accurate and complete Corporate Stores Income Statements by day 10 after month end.
• Monitor and report on Capex budget tracking as per SAP Capex projects.
• Ensure RP (Forecast) and Budgets submission to Clicks standards within applicable deadlines.
• Manage internal and external audits timeously.

Minimum requirements

Minimum Education and Qualification:

• Matric
• Degree in Accounting

Minimum Experience:

• 2–3 years in Commercial finance environment.  
• Retail and /or FMCG industry experience (desirable)

Skills:

• Preparations of accruals 
• Analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Strong attention to detail 
• Results, target and deadline driven 
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) 
• The ability to cope under pressure 
• Planning and organizing skills. 

Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of accounting principles and standards, legislation and procure to pay processes 
• Interpretation of financial information pertinent to accounts payable 
• Knowledge of Excel based reconciliations 

Essential Competencies:

• Working with people 
• Adhering to Principles and Values 
• Coping with pressures and setbacks
• Analysing 
• Planning and Organising 
• Delivering results and meeting stakeholder  expectations
• Following instructions and procedures. 

Apply by: 26 February 2026