Costing Analyst: Pricing, Budgeting & Variance Tracking

New Generation Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic administrative organization in Johannesburg is seeking a meticulous Costing Clerk to manage cost calculations and analysis. The role includes updating costing databases, preparing reports, and ensuring budgets are met while seeking cost reduction. Candidates should possess an associate degree in accounting or equivalent experience, along with strong Excel skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the financial accuracy and efficiency of our operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in analyzing actual manufacturing costs and preparing periodic reports.
• Ability to record cost information for controlling expenditures.
• Skills in conducting audits of costs and preparing detailed reports.

Responsibilities

• Update calculation spreadsheets for new manufacturing processes.
• Compute costs and calculate rates for goods and shipments.
• Conduct variance analysis and maintain costing reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cost analysis

Proficiency in Excel

Basic bookkeeping

Math skills

Education

Associate degree in accounting

Two years of accounting experience

Job description

Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 07/23/2026

Delphius is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized individual to join the Cost Accountant as a Costing Clerk.

The primary responsibility of this role is to accurately and efficiently, process and track costs involved in client orders.

The costing clerk will collaborate closely with various departments and stakeholders to ensure accurate cost allocation and reporting.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail and a solid understanding of financial principles and processes.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven work experience/internship as a costing clerk.
  
• Solid understanding of financial concepts, cost accounting principles & budgeting processes.
  
• Proficient in using financial software applications & MS Office (particularly Excel).
  
• Strong analytical skills.
  
• Ability to interpret numerical data.
  
• Exceptional attention to detail.
  
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
  
• Knowledge of relevant regulation & compliance standards.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

Analyzing actual manufacturing costs and preparing periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs

Recording cost information for use in controlling expenditures

Analyzing audits of costs and preparing reports

Making estimates of new and proposed product costs

Providing management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services

Maintaining Cost Accounting System

Assisting in Month end close of the General Ledger

Conducts physical inventories and monitors cycle count program

Responsibilites:

• Gather and compile data from various sources to calculate costs/expenses accurately.
• Enter and maintain cost data in financial systems database.
• Monitor and track costs for different projects, departments and products.
• Collaborate with department heads & project managers to collect and verify cost information.
• Assist in the development & implementation of cost allocation methodologies and procedures.
• Prepare regular reports summarizing cost data, trends and analysis.
• Conduct periodic checks to ensure data accuracy & compliance with company policies.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend process improvements.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities by providing accurate cost information.
• Support other administrative & financial tasks assigned by the cost accountant.

Education:

National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Costing & Finance