Cost Accountant

Exceed Human Resource Consultants; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking consultancy that specializes in human resources. This role focuses on product costing and tooling inventory, requiring a keen eye for detail and strong analytical skills. As part of the team, you'll prepare cost estimates for new products, maintain accurate records, and assist with stock counts. With opportunities to work with advanced ERP systems and tools like Sage X3, you will enhance your skill set in a supportive environment. If you have a passion for finance and costing, and are fluent in both Afrikaans and English, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in a vibrant setting.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of costing experience in a retail environment.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and maintain inventory records.
• Analyze variances between actual costs and estimates.

Skills

Costing Analysis

Inventory Management

Financial Reporting

Fluency in Afrikaans

Fluency in English

Education

National Senior Certificate (Matric)

Relevant Tertiary Qualification in Finance/Costing

Tools

ERP Systems

Sage X3

Microsoft Office

Advanced Excel

Job description

Reference: 10168 MLR Consultant: Michellele RouxJob Description:

Responsibilities include:

• Product costing and tooling inventory reporting and maintenance – compare actual costs to estimates and analyze any variances.
• Preparation of cost estimates/quotes for new products/customers and product changes.
• Update BOMs as necessary.
• Assist with stock counts.
• Load cost estimates/quotes.
• Assist with recons/schedules.
• Prepare accurate records for old and new product costings.
• Maintain inventory and products.
• Draw audit information on a continuous basis.

Qualifications:

• A completed National Senior Certificate qualification (matric / Grade 12) and a relevant tertiary qualification in finance and/or costing.
• At least 3 - 4 years’ experience in costing with retail concern.
• Experience using ERP systems.
• Experience using Sage X3 would be advantageous.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.

How to Apply:

• Email your comprehensive CV to [e-mail].
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.