Assistant Accountant at Sappi
Sappi
October 23, 2026
Full-time
On-site
We are hiring!
At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.
We're on the lookout for an experienced Assistant Accountant to maintain accurate and timeous receipting of raw materials, efficient preparation of inventory reconciliations and recording of various accounting transactions whilst adhering to financial deadlines.
As an Assistant Accountant, you will be responsible for:
Upload raw material data from the weighbridge system into SAP
Issue of certain raw materials not on BOMs to cost centres
Timber balancing (Saiccor weighbridge compared to Forests calculations)
Prepare weekly raw materials usage reports for relevant stakeholders
Forward weighbridge reports on waste/raw materials as required
Manage petty cash
Participate in Raw Materials and Finished goods stock counts
Prepare monthly General Ledger, Customer and Vendor Reconciliations
Reconciliation and confirmation of foreign inter-company balances
Prepare tax pack schedules for the Tax department
Assist with capex-related transactions
What are we looking for?
BCom degree in Accounting/Costing or a relevant qualification
Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment
What's in it for you?
Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
Market-leading leave benefits
Employee wellbeing benefits
At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.
We're on the lookout for an experienced Assistant Accountant to maintain accurate and timeous receipting of raw materials, efficient preparation of inventory reconciliations and recording of various accounting transactions whilst adhering to financial deadlines.
As an Assistant Accountant, you will be responsible for:
Upload raw material data from the weighbridge system into SAP
Issue of certain raw materials not on BOMs to cost centres
Timber balancing (Saiccor weighbridge compared to Forests calculations)
Prepare weekly raw materials usage reports for relevant stakeholders
Forward weighbridge reports on waste/raw materials as required
Manage petty cash
Participate in Raw Materials and Finished goods stock counts
Prepare monthly General Ledger, Customer and Vendor Reconciliations
Reconciliation and confirmation of foreign inter-company balances
Prepare tax pack schedules for the Tax department
Assist with capex-related transactions
What are we looking for?
BCom degree in Accounting/Costing or a relevant qualification
Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment
What's in it for you?
Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
Market-leading leave benefits
Employee wellbeing benefits