Gauteng: Inventory Accountant posted by Manpower Group

The Role

Reporting to the Supply Chain Engineer, you’ll manage inventory operations across multiple warehouse locations in South Africa and Kenya, leading a team of logistics professionals. This fast-paced position requires someone who thrives under pressure and can maintain excellence when managing competing priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly stock meetings across South Africa and Kenya
• Maintain accurate inventory records across multiple warehouse locations
• Execute cycle counts and annual physical inventories
• Conduct regular book-to-book reconciliations with third-party stock holdings
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies with corrective action plans
• Manage and coordinate multiple third-party service providers
• Oversee month-end stock reconciliations and inventory provisions
• Lead and develop the inventory operations team
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, logistics, and finance teams

What You’ll Need

Essential Qualifications:

• BCom degree with completed articles at an accounting/auditing firm
• 10+ years’ experience in inventory accounting (manufacturing or logistics environment preferred)
• Proficiency with ERP systems (JDE and Salesforce)
• Advanced Excel skills

Key Attributes:

• Solution-focused mindset with strong analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Resilient and able to multitask effectively
• Team player with a can-do attitude
• Resourceful and quick to implement improvements

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted