Stock and Cost Centre Accountant

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Stock and Cost Centre Accountant on a 12-month contract, based at I&J Head Office in Woodstock, Cape Town, within the AVI company. The position is designed to take responsibility for the accurate management, accounting, and control of stock and cost centre information, contributing to robust financial reporting and business performance. The role reports to the Commercial Finance Manager. **What you will do** Key responsibilities include: * Managing stock accounting, controls, and reconciliations to ensure accurate stock records and valuation. * Performing monthly stock reviews, including ageing, shelf life, write-offs, co-packing, and Goods in Transit. * Completing month-end accounting tasks, such as cost centre reviews, accruals, journals, GL reconciliations, and stock reporting. * Supporting budgeting and forecasting, specifically for overhead costs and stock planning. * Maintaining accurate Material Master Data and ensuring appropriate financial controls are in place. * Monitoring and strengthening stock and financial controls across various business units and storage locations. * Preparing accurate financial and management reports and investigating any variances or discrepancies. * Supporting year-end processes and external audits by providing accurate information and supporting documentation. * Ensuring timely and accurate updates to SAP and other relevant financial systems. * Partnering with cost centre managers and key stakeholders to ensure financial accountability and accurate reporting. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in an FMCG working environment (advantageous). * Completed Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (required). * Strong SAP ERP experience. * MS Office and Excel experience. * Comfortable with working directly on the factory floor and attending inventory counts. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a Stock and Cost Centre Accountant with a completed Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. They should have strong experience with SAP ERP, MS Office, and Excel. The candidate must be comfortable working on the factory floor and attending inventory counts. Experience of 2-3 years in an FMCG environment is considered advantageous. This role suits someone who can accurately manage, account for, and control stock and cost centre information to support financial reporting and business performance. **Deadline** 09 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/stock-and-cost-centre-accountant-avi-limited-1 Source: myjobmag

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• At least 2 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• SAP

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