Cost Accountant

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Worcester; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR and recruitment company in Worcester is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to manage costing for farming and packing operations. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in cost accounting, a BCom degree or finance qualification, and strong skills in Microsoft Excel. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with production and finance teams while implementing cost control measures.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in cost accounting or similar role, preferably in agriculture.
• Very high level of accuracy in work-related matters.
• Own reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accurate costing for farming and packing operations.
• Perform cost analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with teams to develop cost control measures.

Skills

Cost analysis

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Time management

Inventory management

Education

BCom Degree or Finance Qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Cost Accountant position available in Worcester.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for accurate costing for farming and packing operations.
• Perform cost analysis and reporting for farming and packing operations.
• Monitor and analyse inventory variances, production inefficiencies and wastage.
• Product costing and inventory reporting and maintenance.
• Inventory management.
• Collaborate with the production and finance teams to develop and implement cost control measures.
• Support the budgeting process and financial planning.
• Daily / Weekly reporting (Productivity).
• Assist with the roll-out and implementation of new systems.
• Provide general support to the Financial Manager.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in cost accounting or similar role. Experience in the agriculture production environment will be advantageous.
• A BCom Degree or Finance Qualification. Completed SAICA / SAIPA articles will be advantageous.
• A very high level of accuracy in all work-related matters.
• Own reliable transport
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excell, with experience in ERP systems and BOM.
• Excellent communication skills, and the ability to work and function with a diverse team and different departments.
• The ability to multitask and have strong time management skills