Remote Cost Accountant

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time remote

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Dynamic remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Cost Accountant to join their manufacturing operations team. This fully remote role in South Africa offers the opportunity to analyze production costs, develop cost models, and provide actionable insights to improve profitability and efficiency.

You will be responsible for standard costing systems, cost reports, variance analyses, and budgeting support, with the flexibility of remote work and a focus on strategic cost management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in Excel and cost accounting software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for remote analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing costs, including direct materials, labor, and overhead.
• Develop and maintain standard costing systems and product costing models.
• Monitor inventory valuation and cost of goods sold.
• Prepare regular cost reports and variance analyses for management review.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting related to production costs.

Skills

Cost accounting

Excel

Costing software

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CIMA certification (plus)

Tools

ERP system

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Remote Cost Accountant to join their manufacturing operations team. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for analyzing production costs, developing cost models, and providing insights to improve operational efficiency and profitability. This is a key role that supports strategic decision-making through accurate cost data, offering the flexibility of remote work and the satisfaction of impacting a core business function.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing costs, including direct materials, labor, and overhead.
• Develop and maintain standard costing systems and product costing models.
• Monitor inventory valuation and cost of goods sold.
• Prepare regular cost reports and variance analyses for management review.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting related to production costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; relevant professional certification (e.g., CIMA) is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with cost accounting software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for remote analysis.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote role.
• Full-time, remote employment with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in cost management.
• A dynamic and supportive remote working culture.