Cost Controller: Costing, Analysis & Inventory Oversight

Staff Solutions Recruitment; Komani; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Cost Accountant in Komani, Eastern Cape. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in Cost & Management Accounting, with 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within the FMCG sector. Key responsibilities include preparing accurate cost reports, analyzing production performance, and participating in inventory counts. Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP systems like SAP or Sage are required for successful candidates.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in cost accounting or management accounting within FMCG or manufacturing context.
• Strong understanding of standard costing and manufacturing cost structures.
• Comfortable interpreting financial data for non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze cost and expense reports for management.
• Monitor daily gross profit and margin performance across product categories.
• Maintain and update product costing, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication with operational teams

Education

Diploma / Degree in Cost & Management Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Sage

Syspro

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Cost Accountant in Komani, Eastern Cape. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in Cost & Management Accounting, with 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within the FMCG sector. Key responsibilities include preparing accurate cost reports, analyzing production performance, and participating in inventory counts. Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP systems like SAP or Sage are required for successful candidates.