Cost Accountant

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Cost Accountant Manufacturing/Engineering/Automotive
Location: Linbro Park / Pretoria West Gauteng
Salary: Competitive based on experience

About the Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to join a dynamic manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing costing budgeting and financial reporting processes at a factory level ensuring accurate tracking of costs inventory and work-in-progress (WIP) while supporting management with strategic insights.
Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and maintain monthly management accounts financial statements and variance analysis.
Develop maintain and analyze cost models for products and production processes.
Track WIP and inventory ensuring accurate reporting and reconciliation.
Assist with preparation of budgets forecasts and cash flow analysis.
Compile bills of materials (BOM) in conjunction with production and stores.
Review and post journals reconcile accounts and maintain general ledger integrity.
Support audit processes ensuring compliance with IFRS and company policies.
Present financial reports and insights to management and directors.
Monitor production costs and identify opportunities for efficiency and cost savings.
Implement and maintain financial controls and processes across the factory.
Collaborate closely with production stores and senior management teams.

Requirements:

Diploma or BCom in Accounting or equivalent; articles completed preferred.
5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in automotive or related industries.
Strong knowledge of cost accounting process and job costing and financial reporting.
Experience managing people (23 staff) is preferred.
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP Oracle or similar) and Microsoft Office especially Excel.
Knowledge of IFRS auditing practices and compliance requirements.
Excellent analytical communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work under pressure manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Competencies:

Attention to detail and quality orientation
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Team-oriented and collaborative
Results-driven and proactive
Integrity and confidentiality

Job Title: Cost Accountant Manufacturing/Engineering/AutomotiveLocation: Linbro Park / Pretoria West GautengSalary: Competitive based on experienceAbout the Role:We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to join a dynamic manufacturing environment. The successful candidate wil...

Job Title: Cost Accountant Manufacturing/Engineering/Automotive
Location: Linbro Park / Pretoria West Gauteng
Salary: Competitive based on experience

Prepare and maintain monthly management accounts financial statements and variance analysis.
Develop maintain and analyze cost models for products and production processes.
Track WIP and inventory ensuring accurate reporting and reconciliation.
Assist with preparation of budgets forecasts and cash flow analysis.
Compile bills of materials (BOM) in conjunction with production and stores.
Review and post journals reconcile accounts and maintain general ledger integrity.
Support audit processes ensuring compliance with IFRS and company policies.
Present financial reports and insights to management and directors.
Monitor production costs and identify opportunities for efficiency and cost savings.
Implement and maintain financial controls and processes across the factory.
Collaborate closely with production stores and senior management teams.

Requirements:

Diploma or BCom in Accounting or equivalent; articles completed preferred.
5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in automotive or related industries.
Strong knowledge of cost accounting process and job costing and financial reporting.
Experience managing people (23 staff) is preferred.
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP Oracle or similar) and Microsoft Office especially Excel.
Knowledge of IFRS auditing practices and compliance requirements.
Excellent analytical communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work under pressure manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Competencies: