Accountant (Jnr)

Boshoek Smelter Boshoek, North West, South Africa Ref. No. BHK2026/19

Internal & External

In this role you will be responsible for:

Reconcile operational raw material receipts and transporter records to supplier invoiced loads and the general ledger; reconcile supplier statements to actual payments.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies between supplier invoices and operational records.
Control and reconcile intercompany accounts, including balancing and clearing items.
Support fixed asset administration, general financial accounting and tax-related tasks (including VAT returns).
Forecast and schedule raw material creditor payments, including foreign creditor clearance where applicable.
Perform monthly checks, reconciliations and balancing of financial records (GL balancing, variance analysis and reporting).
Process sundry supplier payments and manage sundry debtor control processes.
Clear and control GR/IR (Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt) items and report on status.
Prepare and respond to audit queries and support audit information requests.

About you:

Higher Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Accounting Sciences or equivalent (NQF 6).
At least 3 years’ experience in an administrative/accounting environment covering debtors, creditors, general ledger and financial statements.
Good understanding of accounting principles and reconciliation processes.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel) and comfortable with accounting systems.
Experience with SAP S/4HANA and Coupa.
Ability to work independently, manage priorities and perform under pressure.
Previous experience in mining, smelting or heavy manufacturing environments
Prior exposure to raw material reconciliations, VAT returns and GR/IR clearing.
Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and under pressure