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Job Location drjobs

Pretoria - South Africa

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Summary: As the Factory Accountant plant accountant Cost Accountant you will be responsible for managing and overseeing the financial operations of our manufacturing facility . This role requires a proactive professional with strong technical accounting skills and experience in a manufacturing environment. The Factory Accountant will ensure accurate cost allocation budget monitoring and financial reporting thereby supporting effective decisionmaking and operational efficiency at the factory level.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Cost Accounting & Analysis:
    • Oversee and manage all aspects of cost accounting including material labor and overhead costs.
    • Prepare detailed cost reports analyze variances and recommend costcontrol measures.
    • Collaborate with production and procurement teams to monitor and allocate manufacturing costs accurately.
  • Financial Reporting:
    • Maintain the general ledger for the factory and ensure timely and accurate monthend quarterend and yearend closings.
    • Prepare financial statements and management reports that reflect the financial performance and position of the factory.
    • Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts comparing actual results to budgeted figures.
  • Inventory & Fixed Assets Management:
    • Ensure proper accounting for inventory and raw materials in accordance with local standards.
    • Track and reconcile fixed assets ensuring proper capitalization depreciation and disposal procedures are followed.
  • Compliance & Internal Controls:
    • Ensure adherence to statutory requirements and internal accounting policies and procedures.
    • Coordinate and support external audits providing necessary documentation and analysis.
    • Continuously monitor and enhance internal controls within the factorys financial processes.
  • Process Improvement:
    • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and enhance reporting efficiency.
    • Implement best practices and support the integration of new financial systems or ERP solutions.
  • Collaboration & Communication:
    • Liaise with production managers procurement teams and other relevant departments to support financial decisionmaking.
    • Communicate financial insights and recommendations to senior management to drive operational improvements.
    • Provide training and guidance to junior accounting staff as needed.

Qualifications & Experience:
  • Education:
    • Bachelors Honors degree in Accounting Finance or CIMA qualification..
  • Experience:
    • Minimum of 35 years of accounting experience with a strong preference for candidates with a background in manufacturing or industrial environments.
    • Proven experience in cost accounting inventory management and financial reporting.

Key Skills & Competencies:
  • Technical Proficiency:
    • Strong understanding of manufacturing cost structures and principles.
    • Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle or similar).
    • Advanced MS Excel skills.
  • Analytical & ProblemSolving Skills:
    • Excellent analytical capabilities with attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
    • Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments.
    • Capable of presenting financial information clearly to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
  • Organizational Skills:
    • Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Adaptability:
Comfortable working in a dynamic fastpaced environment with changing business needs


Employment Type

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