Manufacturing Cost Accountant | Profit & Cost Optimization

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg is seeking a Cost Accountant to ensure accurate measurement, analysis and control of production costs within the manufacturing process. You will monitor cost drivers, support profitability and maintain strong inventory controls.

The ideal candidate has Mathematics and Accounting at Grade 12, a Diploma/Degree in Cost & Management Accounting, and 3–4 years in manufacturing costing, with SYSPRO and strong data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Accounting.
• Diploma or Degree in Cost & Management Accounting.
• 3–4 years’ experience in manufacturing costing.
• Strong computer skills and experience with SYSPRO.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and analyse cost data for financial reporting and decision-making.
• Prepare cost sheets and determine product pricing and profitability.
• Support New Product Development (NPD) with product costing.
• Compare actual vs standard manufacturing costs and report variances.
• Monitor and evaluate production performance and cost efficiency.
• Analyse cost drivers such as raw materials, labour, and production methods.
• Prepare regular reports on financial performance and cost trends.
• Maintain and manage the cost accounting system.
• Assist with month-end processes, stock control and inventory counts.
• Maintain the cost accounting system and ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Cost accounting

Manufacturing costing

Data analysis

Profitability analysis

Inventory control

SYSPRO

Education

Cost & Management Accounting degree

Tools

SYSPRO ERP

Excel

Job description

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg is seeking a Cost Accountant to ensure accurate measurement, analysis and control of production costs within the manufacturing process. You will monitor cost drivers, support profitability and maintain strong inventory controls.

The ideal candidate has Mathematics and Accounting at Grade 12, a Diploma/Degree in Cost & Management Accounting, and 3–4 years in manufacturing costing, with SYSPRO and strong data analysis skills.