Cost And Management Accountant

Pronel Personnel; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic opportunity for a Cost and Management Accountant at a leading company in Durban. The ideal candidate will have a CIMA qualification and significant experience in cost accounting within the food industry, focusing on innovative financial processes and continuous improvements. Responsibilities include developing costing models, analyzing product profits, and managing inventory accuracy.

Qualifications

• Completed Finance qualification - CIMA qualification preferable.
• Proven experience in cost and management accounting, preferably in food industry.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate costing models for all products.
• Analyze gross profit margins per stock item.
• Prepare detailed financial reports for management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

CIMA qualification

Finance qualification

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Cost And Management Accountant

Our client based in the Durban area is looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Cost and Management Accountant, ideally with a CIMA qualification, to join their team. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring precise product costing, determining gross profit per stock item, and maintaining overall stock accuracy. This role demands an innovative individual who can design effective systems and drive continuous improvements in both financial and operational processes.

Requirements:

• Completed Finance qualification - CIMA qualification is preferable
• Proven experience in cost and management accounting, preferably in food industry
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to design and implement effective accounting and operational systems.
• Innovative thinker with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP systems matrix ideally
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain accurate costing models for all products.
• Analyze gross profit margins per stock item and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee and manage inventory costing, valuation, and stock reconciliation.
• Design and implement systems for improved costing, reporting, and performance tracking.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights and recommendations for operational efficiency.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and dashboards for management decision-making.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices to ensure innovative approaches to cost and management accounting.

If you meet all of the above, please apply directly here. Please note due to high volume responses, only candidates that meet the advertised criteria will be contacted.