Junior Cost Accountant

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

Job summary

A leading fruit export company is seeking a Junior Cost Accountant to support financial and operational teams. This role involves accurate cost calculations, reporting, and assisting with day-to-day finance functions. Candidates should possess a BCom degree and strong analytical skills, with advantageous experience in management accounting.

Qualifications

• BCom degree required, completed articles/professional registration advantageous.
• Previous relevant experience is advantageous.
• Professional knowledge of management accounting and costings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with 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.

Skills

Analytical aptitude

Very good language skills

Adaptability

Education

BCom degree in Management Accounting or Financial Management

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