Join a well-established and highly respected leader within the FMCG packaging sector, renowned for delivering innovative, high-quality, and sustainable solutions to some of South Africa's most recognised brands. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Junior Accountant to gain valuable exposure within a progressive manufacturing business that values initiative, growth, and long-term career development.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Posting month-end journals and assisting with the preparation of monthly Management Accounts
• Investigating unexpected variances in the profit and loss account
• Preparing and reviewing monthly reconciliations for balance sheet accounts
• Managing relevant areas of the annual budget and participating in the broader budgeting process
• Preparing lead schedules at financial year-end
• Preparing daily banking and sales reports
• First release of payments
• Processing inter-company invoices and performing inter-company reconciliations
• Processing sundry invoices and credits as required
• Maintaining effective financial controls and reporting structures
• Contributing to the daily functioning and performance of the finance team
• Assisting with ad hoc assignments as required

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• BCom in Accounting
• SAP experience or knowledge would be advantageous

Knowledge and Skills:

• Confident, independent and a fast learner
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to use initiative and work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime when required
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Strong entrepreneurial ability
• Logical thinker with strong analytical skills
• Assertive and forthright
• Enthusiastic, positive and self-motivated
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Highly computer literate, particularly in Excel
• Conscientious and tenacious
• Motivational ability
• Adaptable and responsive to change
• Strong financial and commercial aptitude
• Ability to identify opportunities and implement solutions
• Strong problem-solving skills

Salary:  Market-related