Accountant: Cost Management

Boardroom Appointments; Mokopane; On-site; ZAR 550 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Mokopane, Limpopo, is seeking an experienced Accountant for Cost Management. The role requires strong leadership skills in cost accounting and a minimum of 5 years' experience, including 3 years in a leadership position. Responsibilities include managing a team, conducting cost analysis, leading forecasting processes, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Frequent travel to multiple sites is an essential part of the job.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle.
• Frequent travel to 3 sites required.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of assistant accountants and inventory controllers.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead the forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports to management.
• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.

Skills

Leadership in cost accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional accounting certification (CIMA preferred)

Job description

About the job Accountant: Cost Management

Accountant: Cost Management

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., CIMA) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle.
• Frequent travel to 3 sites is a requirement of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of assistant accountants and inventory controllers to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Cost Analysis:
  • Conduct detailed cost analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and provide actionable insights to management.
• Forecasting:
  • Lead the forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with company goals.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports to senior management, highlighting key cost drivers and variances.
• Process Improvement:
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.