Cost Accountant

Milton Resourcing; Pinetown; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Professional growth

Impactful work

Job summary

Milton Resourcing in South Africa is seeking a Cost Accountant to enhance financial performance through precise costing, inventory control, and cost efficiency initiatives in a manufacturing setting.

You will manage standard costing, budgeting, variance analysis, and prepare reports to support decision-making; ERP and Excel fluency required; opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in cost accounting within manufacturing.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Excel.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and procurement processes.
• Experience with variance analysis and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage product costing, standard costing, and budgeting processes.
• Conduct variance analysis to identify cost drivers and opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee inventory control and procurement activities.
• Prepare accurate financial reports to support decision-making.
• Drive initiatives to improve cost efficiencies across the organization.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Inventory management

Financial analysis

C programming

Education

Finance or Accounting degree

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Join a respected manufacturing organization committed to operational excellence and cost leadership as a Cost Accountant. This is a strategic role dedicated to enhancing financial performance through precise costing, diligent inventory management, and operational efficiencies. If you are a proactive professional eager to influence business outcomes, this opportunity offers a platform to showcase your expertise in a dynamic environment.

What You'll Do:

• Manage product costing, standard costing, and budgeting processes
• Conduct variance analysis to identify cost drivers and opportunities for improvement
• Oversee inventory control and procurement activities
• Prepare accurate financial reports to support decision-making
• Drive initiatives to improve cost efficiencies across the organization

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in cost accounting or financial analysis within manufacturing
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems and Excel
• Solid understanding of inventory management and procurement processes
• Proven ability in variance analysis and data analysis
• Relevant qualifications in finance, accounting, or related fields

Familiarity with the following:

• C programming language is a plus

What We'll Give You:

• Competitive salary package
• An engaging work environment focused on continuous improvement and professional growth
• Opportunity to impact the company's operational and financial success

If you are ready to contribute to a forward-thinking organization and bring your expertise to the forefront, we want to hear from you.