Remote Senior Cost Accountant - Manufacturing Analytics

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Home office stipend

Annual performance-based bonus

International exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Cost Accountant for a leading global manufacturing company. This fully remote role allows you to work from anywhere in South Africa, with operational links to the Johannesburg cluster including Sandton.

You will analyze product costs, variances, inventory valuation, and drive cost-control measures. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and 5–7 years in cost accounting within manufacturing; SAP/Oracle ERP proficiency and advanced Excel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Professional qualification CMA, CA(SA) or CIMA is desirable.
• 5–7 years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and cost accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cost accounting systems and procedures.
• Analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, overhead) and provide root-cause insights.
• Calculate product costs for new and existing products.
• Manage and value inventory accurately, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and forecasts related to cost of goods sold.
• Support the development and implementation of cost reduction initiatives.
• Prepare regular reports on cost performance, inventory levels, and manufacturing efficiencies.
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to improve cost data accuracy and processes.
• Provide financial support for operational decision-making.
• Stay current with best practices in cost accounting and manufacturing environments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Cost Accountant for a leading global manufacturing company. This fully remote role allows you to work from anywhere in South Africa, with operational links to the Johannesburg cluster including Sandton.

You will analyze product costs, variances, inventory valuation, and drive cost-control measures. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and 5–7 years in cost accounting within manufacturing; SAP/Oracle ERP proficiency and advanced Excel