Cost Accountant
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Job Location:
Sasolburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Cost Accountant (Manufacturing / Operations Finance)
Free State - Frankfort (Relocation Required)Permanent Full-time
About the Opportunity
A fast-growing manufacturing business within the industrial production sector is entering an exciting expansion phase following significant investment in new production capacity and modern ERP systems. The business supplies large-scale infrastructure and specialised industrial products across South Africa and international markets.This is a high-impact opportunity for a commercially minded Cost Accountant to take ownership of costing inventory and procurement alignment within a dynamic production environment.
Role Overview
This is a hands-on operational finance role sitting at the intersection of finance supply chain and production. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring accurate costing efficient inventory management and improved working capital performance as the business scales.This is not a purely reporting-based accounting role it requires a proactive individual who can influence operational decisions and improve cost efficiency across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Take full ownership of inventory control valuation and reconciliations
- Develop and maintain accurate product costing models
- Analyse gross profit per product line and identify cost drivers
- Align procurement with demand planning and production requirements
- Monitor and improve stock turns and working capital efficiency
- Support production and operations with accurate costing data
- Drive improvements in costing inventory and planning processes
- Assist in ERP system optimisation and reporting enhancements
- Support financial reporting month-end and audit requirements
- Collaborate with procurement production and finance teams
Key Focus Areas
Inventory & Cost Control- Stock valuation and reconciliation
- Costing accuracy and margin analysis
- Reduction of waste and inefficiencies
- Demand planning and stock forecasting
- Procurement alignment with production needs
- Optimisation of inventory levels and lead times
- Working capital optimisation
- Cost analysis and reporting
- Support for production efficiency and profitability
Minimum Requirements
- Degree in Accounting Cost & Management Accounting or similar
- 37 years experience in cost accounting inventory or operational finance
- Manufacturing production or industrial environment experience preferred
- Strong understanding of stock control and supply chain processes
- Experience with ERP systems (advantageous)
- Strong analytical and numerical ability
- High attention to detail and process discipline
- Ability to work in a fast-paced growing environment
Advantageous
- CIMA / SAIPA / SAICA registration or progress
- Experience in manufacturing FMCG or industrial production
- Exposure to ERP systems (e.g. Business Central SAP or similar)
- Experience in import-driven or high-volume stock environments
Why This Role
- Be part of a rapidly growing production environment
- Work closely with operations and supply chain teams
- Gain exposure to large-scale manufacturing processes
- Take ownership of costing and inventory strategy
- Opportunity to grow into a senior finance or commercial role
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