Cost & Profit Controller – FMCG Manufacturing

Staff Solutions; Komani; On-site; ZAR 360 000 - 480 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in South Africa is seeking a Cost Accountant to prepare accurate cost and expense reports while analyzing production performance. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in cost or management accounting, preferably within the FMCG or manufacturing sector. Strong Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems are essential for this role. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with operational teams and improve financial insights.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in cost accounting or management accounting within FMCG or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of standard costing, BOMs, and manufacturing cost structures.
• Comfortable engaging with operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost and expense reports for management.
• Analyse production performance and highlight key trends.
• Monitor and report daily gross profit across product categories.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent analytical ability

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma / Degree in Cost & Management Accounting, Finance, or related field

Grade 12

Tools

SAP

Sage

Syspro

Job description

A leading recruitment firm in South Africa is seeking a Cost Accountant to prepare accurate cost and expense reports while analyzing production performance. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in cost or management accounting, preferably within the FMCG or manufacturing sector. Strong Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems are essential for this role. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with operational teams and improve financial insights.