Junior Cost Accountant: Growth in Cost Analysis & Reporting

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Recruitment in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Cost Accountant to join its finance team. The role focuses on cost accounting, financial analysis and reporting, building on a solid foundation in finance.

You will assist with day-to-day cost accounting, debtor and creditor processing, month-end activities and Excel-based reports. Ideal for someone starting their accounting career with strong Excel skills and a willingness to learn in a busy logistics-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Debtors and creditors experience are essential.
• Strong Excel skills are non-negotiable.
• Experience with cost accounting or financial analysis is advantageous.
• Logistics industry exposure is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day cost accounting functions.
• Support the preparation and analysis of cost information.
• Assist with Debtors and Creditors processing.
• Process and reconcile financial transactions.
• Assist with account and supplier reconciliations.
• Analyse financial information and investigate variances.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Prepare Excel-based reports and financial schedules.
• Assist with month-end reporting and reconciliations.
• Support the finance team with ad hoc analysis and projects.
• Assist with general finance administration as required.

Skills

Debtors experience

Creditors experience

Cost accounting exposure

Logistics industry experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

Network Recruitment in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Cost Accountant to join its finance team. The role focuses on cost accounting, financial analysis and reporting, building on a solid foundation in finance.

You will assist with day-to-day cost accounting, debtor and creditor processing, month-end activities and Excel-based reports. Ideal for someone starting their accounting career with strong Excel skills and a willingness to learn in a busy logistics-oriented environment.