Junior Accountants
Leroy Merlin
Sandton, Gauteng
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This listing does not state a salary. As a guide, finance roles in South Africa typically pay R12 000 to R40 000 a month (indicative).
Job description
Role Purpose
The Junior Accountants – Stock are responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting activities across Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), General Ledger (GL) and Stock. The roles ensure accurate financial record-keeping, timely reconciliations, effective financial reporting and compliance with internal controls and company procedures within a fast-paced multinational environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Process supplier invoices, purchase orders and customer statements accurately and timeously
- Assist with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and collections activities
- Prepare and post daily and monthly General Ledger journals
- Perform routine bank, balance sheet and GL reconciliations
- Support stock-related accounting and maintain accurate stock and financial records
- Assist with month-end financial close and preparation of P&L and balance sheet schedules
- Prepare financial reports, data extracts and schedules using MS Excel and Google Sheets
- Assist with internal and external audits by providing accurate supporting documentation
- Support supplier validation, credit applications and finance-related queries
- Build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers, internal departments and global stakeholders
- Ensure finance queries are logged, monitored and resolved within agreed timelines
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOPs, financial policies and applicable tax requirements
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting and workflow efficiency
- Maintain a high level of accuracy, professionalism and business etiquette in all interactions
Qualification and Experience
- Degree in Accounting, Financial Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Previous experience in an accounting or finance environment
- Exposure to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger or Stock/Inventory Accounting will be advantageous
- Good understanding of accounting principles and financial reconciliations
- Proficiency in MS Excel and/or Google Sheets, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
- Experience working with an ERP system will be advantageous
- Basic understanding of financial controls, VAT/tax compliance and accounting procedures
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- High level of professionalism and business etiquette
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