Cost Accountant

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Cost Accountant to provide essential financial insights into production costs and profitability. This fully remote role allows you to work from anywhere in South Africa, supporting pricing and operational decisions.

You will develop cost systems, analyze variances, and prepare cost reports while collaborating with production teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; professional certification (CIMA, CMA) preferred.
• 3–5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in cost accounting software and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain cost accounting systems and methodologies.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and inventory valuation.
• Prepare regular reports on product costs, profitability, and operational efficiencies.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting for manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support product costing for new product introductions and pricing strategies.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Remote work discipline

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

CIMA / CMA certification preferred

Tools

Cost accounting software

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and analytical Cost Accountant to join their team and provide essential financial insights into production costs and operational efficiencies. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining cost accounting systems, analyzing manufacturing variances, and supporting strategic decisions related to pricing and profitability. This role is critical for optimizing financial performance and ensuring accurate costing in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain cost accounting systems and methodologies.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and inventory valuation.
• Prepare regular reports on product costs, profitability, and operational efficiencies.
• Assist in the budgeting and forecasting process for manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support product costing for new product introductions and pricing strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; professional certification (CIMA, CMA) is highly preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in cost accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work flexibility.
• Opportunity to work remotely across South Africa.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company with a focus on data-driven decisions.