Cost Accountant – Manufacturing & Cost Optimization

Ntice Sourcing Solutions; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 450 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Pinetown is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to enhance cost accounting systems and support financial decision-making. The ideal candidate should have at least 7 years of relevant experience and a degree in Finance or Cost Accounting. Strong skills in financial analysis and familiarity with systems such as Syspro are essential. This role involves managing budgets, performing inventory valuations, and supporting audit queries.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience in a similar position within the manufacturing sector.
• Strong financial analysis skills required.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and maintain cost accounting structures.
• Update and manage standard costing systems.
• Support annual budgets and forecasts.
• Perform inventory valuation and adjustments.
• Assist with audit queries related to inventory.

Skills

MS Suite

Syspro

Strong financial analysis skills

Production process understanding

Education

Degree in Finance / Cost Accounting

CIMA preferred

Job description

A leading manufacturing firm in Pinetown is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to enhance cost accounting systems and support financial decision-making. The ideal candidate should have at least 7 years of relevant experience and a degree in Finance or Cost Accounting. Strong skills in financial analysis and familiarity with systems such as Syspro are essential. This role involves managing budgets, performing inventory valuations, and supporting audit queries.