Factory Accountant

Ziyana Group; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company in the Automotive Manufacturing sector is searching for a Factory Accountant to manage financial costing, stock control, and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in Finance or Management Accounting, along with relevant experience. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to budget preparation and uphold company values while maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance/Management Accounting (NQF 6) required.
• Manufacturing experience is advantageous.
• Experience in cost accounting/reporting or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Prepare import cost files for SAP updates.
• Coordinate factory stock counts and investigate variances.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Stock Control

Cost Accounting

Customer Service

Education

Degree in Finance/Management Accounting

CIMA (advantageous)

Job description

Job Description
Our client in the Automotive Manufacturing and Distribution is looking for a Factory Accountant to join their dynamic team. If you meet the below requirements, do not hesitate to send your CV for consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Costing and Reporting

• Prepare and submit import cost files for SAP updates.
• Assist with scanning projects and act as a backup for the Management Accountant.
• Maintain and correct Material Master data.
• Monitor scanning processes, liaise with factory systems, and take corrective actions.
• Prepare daily production scrap reports and attend related meetings.
• Compile monthly lead balancing and scrap reports.
• Review and report on stock counts across all sites.

Stock Control

• Coordinate and assist with factory stock counts.
• Investigate and resolve stock variances.
• Report stock count results to management.

Compliance

• Operate within procedures to ensure integrity and compliance.
• Identify and report risks to management.
• Ensure compliance with regulations to prevent wasteful spending.

Customer Service

• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Represent the company in meetings and solve problems with integrity.

Cost and Financial Control

• Contribute to budget preparation.
• Promote efficient and transparent use of resources.
• Explore cost-saving opportunities

Values

• Uphold company values: Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Openness, Teamwork, Accountability, and Passion.

Requirements

Degree in Finance/Management Accounting or related fields (NQF 6)

Possession of or studying towards CIMA advantageous

Manufacturing experience (advantageous)

Experience in cost accounting/reporting or equivalent