Cost and Management Accountant

Network Recruitment; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Recruitment is seeking a Financial Accountant in North West (Rustenburg area) to strengthen financial reporting, cost analysis, and cash flow management. You’ll translate data into business insights and support performance through cost control and accurate information.

The ideal candidate holds a BCom Accounting or equivalent, has completed SAICA/SAIPA articles, and brings 2+ years post-articles experience with strong Excel modelling skills.

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

Excel & financial modelling

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Education

BCom Accounting or equivalent

SAICA or SAIPA articles

Post-articles experience

Job description

Are you a commercially minded finance professional with strong cost and management accounting expertise and the ability to turn financial data into meaningful business insights?

An exciting opportunity is available for a Financial Accountant to join an established organisation based in the North West. The successful candidate will play a key role in financial reporting, cost analysis and cash flow management, supporting business performance through accurate financial information and effective cost control.

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.