Cost and Management Accountant

Network Finance; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance seeks a qualified accountant with post-articles experience to support financial planning and cost control across multiple operations. The role emphasizes cost management, profitability analysis, and robust financial forecasting to drive operational efficiency.

You'll apply advanced Excel and modelling to analyse margins, trends and variances, while ensuring data integrity and timely reporting for management. Mining/manufacturing exposure is advantageous.

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification.
• Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles.
• Minimum of 2 years' post-articles experience.
• Strong cost and management accounting experience.
• Mining industry experience preferred; manufacturing experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial information to support business decision-making.
• Perform detailed cost analysis and monitor profitability across business operations.
• Analyse profit margins and identify opportunities for improved financial performance.
• Monitor and report on costs, variances and financial trends.
• Prepare and review financial forecasts and budgets.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and monitoring.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and management accounts.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support operational efficiency and cost control.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.

Skills

Cost accounting

Management accounting

Financial acumen

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

BCom Accounting

SAICA or SAIPA articles completed

Tools

Excel

Financial modelling

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification.
• Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles.
• Minimum of 2 years' post-articles experience.
• Strong cost and management accounting experience.
• Mining industry experience preferred; manufacturing experience will also be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial information to support business decision-making.
• Perform detailed cost analysis and monitor profitability across business operations.
• Analyse profit margins and identify opportunities for improved financial performance.
• Monitor and report on costs, variances and financial trends.
• Prepare and review financial forecasts and budgets.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and monitoring.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and management accounts.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support operational efficiency and cost control.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong cost and management accounting capabilities.
• Excellent financial and commercial acumen.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong understanding of profitability, margins and cost management.

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