Jobs in Soweto, South Africa

Job Title: Cost Accountant / Senior Accountant

Location: Remote | Type: Full-Time

Our client is an innovative and rapidly growing e-commerce brand in the direct-to-consumer space, focused on bringing personalization and creativity to their industry. Backed by leading venture capitalists, they have built a passionate team and a loyal customer base. They are on a mission to revolutionize their market and are looking for talented individuals to join them on their journey.

Our client is looking for an experienced Cost Accountant/Senior Accountant to support various accounting functions, including leading accurate product costing, month-end close, accounting process improvements, and assisting in the financial review process.

This role will proactively collaborate with Operations and cross-functional teams to streamline cost reporting, anticipate issues, and drive continuous improvements in financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

• Manage and analyze all aspects of COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) accounting, including 3PL costs, logistics expenses, and direct material costs.
• Analyze and investigate cost variances, identifying root causes and leading corrective action plans to ensure cost accuracy.
• Act as a trusted Accounting partner to the Operations team, driving collaboration to improve cost accuracy and accountability.
• Own the tracking and reconciliation of all 3PL and logistics-related expenses, ensuring visibility and consistency.
• Prepare and review monthly journal entries for COGS, ensuring timeliness and accuracy in the close process.
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements that enhance the accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting.
• Work with the FP&A team when needed to update the financial model with actual results.
• Assist with ad hoc analyses and special projects as necessary.

• You love a challenge and are excited to take a project head-on to help build out the function.
• You are organized and can help coordinate and bring structure to a fast-moving environment.
• You are flexible and understand that in a startup, things can change quickly.
• You are collaborative and work well with partners across the entire company.
• You are detail-oriented and committed to the accuracy of your numbers.
• You are a strong communicator who can stay aligned on goals, deadlines, and priorities.
• You are good at managing time and expectations, and you're honest about what can be accomplished.
• You are humble, curious, and kind-ready to be part of a team on a shared journey.

Need to Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of retail accounting and inventory costing.
• Experience analyzing COGS, logistics, and inventory-related costs.

Nice to Have:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Experience in a high-growth consumer or retail environment.
• Familiarity with NetSuite or similar ERP systems.
• Prior exposure to international logistics or an offshore supply chain.