Cost Accoutnant | Manufacturing FMCG (Food)
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Job Location:
Stellenbosch - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are looking for a hands-on and driven Cost Accountant to join a dynamic manufacturing environment within the FMCG (food) sector. Reporting to the Financial Manager this role plays a critical part in improving profitability through effective cost control stock accuracy and operational insight.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to operations not just behind a desk with regular exposure to the factory floor and cross-functional teams.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to operations not just behind a desk with regular exposure to the factory floor and cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
Costing & Profitability
- Analyse and report on key cost drivers including materials labour overheads and margins
- Monitor production yields waste and material usage against standards
- Maintain and improve BOMs and standard costing accuracy
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements
- Partner with production warehouse and commercial teams to optimise margins
Inventory & Stock Control
- Lead stock control processes including cycle counts and stock takes
- Investigate and resolve stock variances and root causes
- Monitor slow-moving obsolete and at-risk inventory
- Ensure accuracy of all stock transactions (GRNs production dispatch)
- Drive adherence to stock control procedures and process discipline
Financial Reporting & Processing
- Process financial transactions up to trial balance level
- Assist with month-end reporting management accounts and budgeting
- Prepare journals reconciliations and supporting schedules
- Support VAT submissions and fixed asset management
- Review daily sales and GRN reporting
Controls & Compliance
- Maintain strong financial controls and SOP compliance
- Support internal and external audits
- Review payment batches and assist with banking controls (local & international)
- Assist with wage payment controls and submissions
Data & Systems
- Track and report on key KPIs risks and variances
- Ensure data integrity and accuracy across costing and operations
- Identify opportunities to improve reporting systems and automation
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Finance / Accounting
- CIMA (completed or in progress Strategic level or higher)
- 25 years experience in a similar role (manufacturing / FMCG preferred)
Advantageous
- CIMA articles
- Strong Excel skills (SQL beneficial)
- ERP system experience (Syspro highly advantageous)
What Were Looking For
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- High attention to detail and process-driven mindset
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Hands-on proactive and solutions-driven
- Strong communicator with the ability to engage across teams
- A curious mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
What Success Looks Like
- Accurate and reliable costing and stock reporting
- Reduced stock variances and improved control
- Strong adherence to processes controls and deadlines
- Measurable contributions to cost savings and operational efficiencies
Additional Information
- This is a fully on-site role based in Strand
- Package includes Provident Fund (included in total cost to company)
About Company
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