Junior Cost Accountant

Joubert and Associates; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fruit export seeks a Junior Cost Accountant to support its financial functions. This role involves assisting with cost calculations, reporting, and cashflow management. Ideal candidates hold a BCom degree in Management Accounting and possess strong analytical and language skills.

Qualifications

• BCom degree in Management Accounting or Financial Management required.
• Previous relevant experience is advantageous.
• Professional registration/post articles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accurate pre-season standard cost calculations and costing system maintenance.
• Perform weekly and monthly actual cost analysis and reporting.
• Compile producer prices and dynamic reporting for stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical aptitude

Professional knowledge of management accounting

Adaptability

Very good language skills (English and Afrikaans)

Education

BCom degree in Management Accounting or Financial Management

Tools

DiPAR

Job description

Stems Fruit is a fruit export company that specializes in the marketing of Stone Fruit.)

We are looking for a Junior Cost Accountant to support our financial and operational teams with costing, reporting, and day-to-day finance functions. The Junior Cost Accountant will report directly to the Finance Director of the company.

Duties and responsibilities will include :

• Assist with accurate pre-season standard cost calculations and costing system maintenance
• Perform weekly and monthly actual cost analysis and reporting
• Compile producer prices, royalty reports, and dynamic reporting for stakeholders
• Maintain cost accounting data on DiPAR and other internal platforms
• Assist with the cashflow management
• Assist with Forex matters (calculations, communication with bank etc.)
• Assist with bank administration

Requirements :

• BCom degree in Management Accounting or Financial Management
• Completed articles / professional registration will be advantageous
• Previous relevant experience will be advantageous
• Professional knowledge of management accounting and costings
• Analytical aptitude (logical interpretation of data and systematic problem solving)
• Very good language skills (English and Afrikaans)
• Adaptability and ability to manage change