Stock Accountant

Recruiter:

Imforce Recruitment

Job Ref:

SA01

Date posted:

Monday, September 8, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
Responsible for managing the daily and monthly movements of the Company’s stock. Accountable for the accurate and timeous closing of stock balances. Ensures all stock movements are processed accurately and on time. Provides support to the extended Supply Chain Team by resolving queries and facilitating the release of production on Sage.

POSITION INFO:

Requirements

Grade 12 (Matric)
Diploma or Degree in Accounting / Management Accounting
Minimum 2 years of manufacturing stock experience (preferably in FMCG)

Core Role Competencies

FMCG/Manufacturing sector experience (preferably within a group of companies)
BOM (Bill of Materials) maintenance experience
Strong analytical skills
Above-average written & verbal communication
Conflict management and report writing skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Familiarity with Sage system

Daily Stock Control

Reconciliation of production and stock on hand for Company and APP
Track usage for WIP (Work in Progress)
Handle intercompany invoicing, bulk GRVs, and adjustments on Sage

Skills and Attributes

Diplomacy, initiative, and assertiveness
Tolerance of stress, creativity, and proactivity
Strong attention to detail and deadline orientation
Ability to:
- Interact at middle management level
- Plan ahead and prioritize
- Be a custodian of company values and culture

Month-End Close

Perform pre-snapshot checks & balances
Capture and split counts for Company and APP
Post snapshot & compile variance reports, send to sites for investigation
Provide reasons for stock variances
Process correction & recount journals
Final quantity checks
Compile Stock Gain/Loss Report

Resolve stock queries
Reconcile damaged stock movement
Support to stock controllers & extended Supply Chain team

Stock Count Attendance

Coordinate and oversee monthly stock counts as verification

Schedules & Reporting

Monthly Stock Valuation Report
Plant Profit and Loss (PNL)
Gross Profit (GP) analysis
Ad hoc stock reporting

BOM Maintenance

Create and amend BOMs on request

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Accuracy & timeliness of stock reconciliation
Variance analysis quality
Stock gain/loss reporting accuracy
BOM maintenance integrity
Efficiency in resolving stock queries
Quality of reporting (PNL, GP, valuation)
Engagement in stock count and month-end processes

Leadership Standards

Provide inspirational leadership
Build a culture of execution
Display business insight and innovation
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration
Drive engagement and commitment

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