Cost Accountant

Snatch | Accounting & Finance Headhunters; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing manufacturing company as a Cost Accountant, where your analytical skills will drive cost efficiency and financial success. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career advancement. You will be responsible for developing cost standards, monitoring inventory variances, and preparing management reports. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about cost accounting, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a diverse organization that values your contributions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in cost accounting, ideally in the manufacturing sector.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost analysis and reporting for manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with production and finance teams for cost control measures.

Skills

Cost Analysis

Cost Control

Inventory Management

Financial Reporting

Microsoft Excel

Education

Professional Accountant (SA)

CGMA

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 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

• R45 000 - R60 000 CTC per month, highly dependent on experience and qualifications.