Cost Controller

University of Fort Hare; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the dairy manufacturing industry is seeking a skilled Cost Controller to join their team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This permanent role focuses on accurate costing, financial analysis, stock control, and supporting operational efficiencies within a fast-paced production environment. Candidates should have a diploma or degree in Cost & Management Accounting, complemented by 3–5 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency are critical. The role also involves preparing cost reports and analysing production performance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience as a Cost Accountant/Cost Controller/Management Accountant in FMCG or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of production cost structures and cost analysis.
• Ability to translate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost and expense reports for management.
• Analyse production performance, trends, and daily gross profit.
• Monitor BOM accuracy and actual vs standard cost variances.
• Participate in annual stock counts and investigate discrepancies.

Skills

Standard costing

BOMs

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Grade 12

Diploma or Degree in Cost & Management Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Sage, Syspro or similar)

Job description

Engineering / Technical / Production / Manufacturing / Motor

finance

South Africa - Eastern Cape , Chris Hani (Cradock / Queenstown)

Our client, a leading organisation within the dairy manufacturing industry, is seeking a skilled Cost Controller to join their team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape.

This permanent role focuses on accurate costing, financial analysis, stock control, and supporting operational efficiencies within a fast-paced production environment.

Location: Queenstown, Eastern Cape

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Diploma or Degree in Cost & Management Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–5 years’ experience as a Cost Accountant / Cost Controller / Management Accountant in FMCG or manufacturing (dairy experience beneficial)
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, BOMs, production cost structures, and cost analysis
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (SAP, Sage, Syspro or similar)
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills
• High accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage tight deadlines
• Confident when engaging with production staff and able to translate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate cost and expense reports for management
• Analyse production performance, trends, variances, and daily gross profit
• Maintain and update product costing including materials, labour, and overhead allocations
• Monitor BOM accuracy, standard costing, and actual vs standard cost variances
• Identify and support cost reduction and process improvement initiativesWork with procurement, supply chain, and production teams to ensure accurate cost capturing
• Analyse material cost movements, consumption patterns, and stock variances
• Capture daily production transactions and validate cost data
• Perform monthly inventory and cost-of-sales reconciliations
• Participate in annual stock counts and investigate discrepancies
• Allocate fixed and variable costs to the correct cost centres

How to Apply:

• Follow the link to our jobseeker’s page: https://measuredability.com/jobs/
• Search for the job title “Cost Controller”
• Click Apply to submit your CV