Cost Accountant

Snatch Production; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing manufacturing company in Stellenbosch seeks a highly motivated Cost Accountant to conduct cost analysis, maintain cost standards, and collaborate with teams. Required qualifications include a Professional Accountant or similar with 3+ years of relevant experience. The salary ranges from R40,000 to R50,000 CTC per month, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years relevant work experience in fruit/food/manufacturing industry.
• Ideal candidates should have experience in cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost analysis and reporting for manufacturing operations.
• Develop and maintain cost standards for raw materials, labour, and overhead.
• Collaborate with teams to implement cost control measures.

Skills

Cost accounting

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

Professional Accountant (SA) or CGMA

Relevant degree or certification

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join a fast growing manufacturing company, and supplier to the FMCG market, to be based in Stellenbosch, Western Cape.

The company is a large diverse group who enjoys strong brand presence in SA. The attraction in this role is that it could have a strongly upward career trajectory, for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform cost analysis and reporting for manufacturing operations.
• Develop and maintain cost standards for raw materials, labour, and overhead.
• Monitor and analyze inventory variances, wastage, and production inefficiencies.
• Collaborate with the production and finance teams to develop and implement cost control measures.
• Assist in preparing monthly management reports, including variance analysis and financial forecasts.
• Support the budgeting process and long-term financial planning.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards.

Desired Qualifications and Experience

• Professional Accountant (SA) or CGMA or Cost Accountant or similar.
• At least 3+ years relevant work experience in fruit/food/manufacturing industry is ideal
• Experience in cost accounting is highly beneficial.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Salary

• R40 000 - R50 000 CTC per month, highly dependent on experience and qualifications.