Cost Accountant

Exceed Human Resource Consultants; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy in South Africa seeks a Cost Accountant for a role involving the development of costing models and management of pricing structures in the wine production sector. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in ERP and Excel is essential. Join us in optimizing financial processes and achieving operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or agricultural sectors.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and cost accounting principles.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive costing models for vineyard operations.
• Maintain customer pricing structures, discounts, promotions.
• Calculate standard costs for raw materials, labour, and overheads.

Skills

Cost accounting principles

Inventory management

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Understanding of tax regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance

Professional accounting designation (SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA)

Job description

Overview

Reference: 10663 MLR. Consultant: Michelle le Roux.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive costing models for vineyard operations, wine production and manufacturing processes
• Maintain customer pricing structures, discounts, promotions (Including export pricing)
• Calculate standard costs for raw materials, labour and overheads across the wine farms
• Bulk Procurement receipts and updates.
• Track and allocate costs related to wine production equipment, facilities, and processing operations
• Balance sheet reconciliations for stock movements
• Calculate landed costs for imported materials, equipment, and supplies
• Customs and excise submissions
• Track export-related costs including freight, insurance, duties, and compliance expenses
• Manage the capital expenditure process
• Prepare detailed cost reports for management review and decision-making
• Assist in monthly financial close processes and cost centre reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional accounting designation (SAICA, SAIPA, or CIMA) beneficial
• 3-5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or agricultural sectors
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and inventory management
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
• Understanding of international trade documentation and procedures
• Knowledge of South African tax and accounting regulations
• Previous experience in agricultural, food processing, or beverage industries
• Familiarity with wine production processes and seasonal business cycles
• Experience with export/import cost accounting

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.