Junior Accountant

About the role

The Junior Accountant will support the financial and operational activities of the Production and Transport departments. You will maintain accurate records, prepare reports, process invoices, and ensure data integrity while collaborating with internal teams.

Key responsibilities

• Compile and submit performance reports for Production and Transport.
• Maintain and update job costing reports on schedule.
• Verify weighbridge system transactions and report any discrepancies.
• Prepare monthly purchase and sales reports to support stock verification.
• Generate and process internal and external invoices each month.
• Maintain records of external sales, plant hire, and vehicle hire transactions.
• Calculate monthly performance bonuses for drivers and equipment operators.
• Coordinate documentation and record retention with the Compliance Assistant.
• Liaise with the ERP System Clerk to ensure accurate accounting of plant and vehicle hire.
• Provide administrative and accounting support to operational staff and weighbridge assistants.
• Assist in preparing management reports and other financial information as required.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Transport & Production Operations Manager.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related discipline.
• Minimum of one year of experience in accounting, finance or a similar role.
• Experience in operational accounting, job costing, invoicing or financial reporting is preferred.
• Strong numerical, analytical and reporting abilities.
• Excellent organizational, time‑management and attention‑to‑detail skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with ERP systems (advantage).