Cost Accountant
Full-time
Kerry Kopp Consulting
Qualification & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Cost & Management Accounting, or a related field.
- 3–5 years' experience in cost accounting, management accounting, or financial analysis.
- Experience within manufacturing, FMCG, engineering, or industrial environments preferred.
- Experience with Syspro systems is an advantage.
Professional Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Commercial and business acumen
Job Description:
- Maintain and update standard costing systems.
- Maintain and update cost centre and work centre rates.
- Monitor cost variances and investigate significant deviations.
- Monitor BOM implosions.
- Analyse manufacturing, operational, and capital expenditure costs against budget or project approvals.
- Prepare departmental cost analyses.
- Monitor and track Work in Progress, including long outstanding jobs and jobs not timeously closed.
- Monitor cost card variances on closed jobs. Prepare weekly report for management.
- Monitor inventory movements and stock valuations.
- Conduct Inventory valuation assessments in accordance with financial policy
- Review and audit Inventory counts performed by the warehouse for accuracy and compliance with financial policy.
- Assist with ERP and financial system improvements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Cost & Management Accounting, or a related field.
- 3–5 years' experience in cost accounting, management accounting, or financial analysis.
- Experience within manufacturing, FMCG, engineering, or industrial environments preferred.
- Experience with Syspro systems is an advantage.
Professional Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Commercial and business acumen
Job Description:
- Maintain and update standard costing systems.
- Maintain and update cost centre and work centre rates.
- Monitor cost variances and investigate significant deviations.
- Monitor BOM implosions.
- Analyse manufacturing, operational, and capital expenditure costs against budget or project approvals.
- Prepare departmental cost analyses.
- Monitor and track Work in Progress, including long outstanding jobs and jobs not timeously closed.
- Monitor cost card variances on closed jobs. Prepare weekly report for management.
- Monitor inventory movements and stock valuations.
- Conduct Inventory valuation assessments in accordance with financial policy
- Review and audit Inventory counts performed by the warehouse for accuracy and compliance with financial policy.
- Assist with ERP and financial system improvements
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Cost Accountant in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal vacancy
- ...Recruiter Red Cat Recruitment Job Ref ACCOUNTS CLERK Date posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 Location pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Salary To be discussed SUMMARY ACCOUNTS CLERK POSITION INFO RedCat Recruitment is seeking...
R 28 ph
...Admin/Accounts Clerk Required A company based in Raisethorpe, Pietermaritzburg requires an individual for the above position. Requirements for the prospective candidate is as follows : Experience using MS Office Package (MS Word,Excel and Outlook) and Pastel Xpress...- ...AUDIT / ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR · Candidates should have completed their commerce degree · Completed SAICA training contract · Registration/ eligible registration as a CA(SA) or AGA preferred · Planning and management of multiple staff · Client consultation and...
- ...Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) presents an exciting opportunity for an Account Developer to join the CCBA Team. CCBA is the eighth largest Coca-Cola authorised bottler in the world by revenue, and the largest on the continent. It accounts for over 40% of all Coca-Cola...
- We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Accounts & Payroll Administrator to join our growing team. The successful candidate will... ...company's fixed asset register. • Assisting with budgeting, project cost tracking and cash flow management. • Preparing monthly...
MN Africa Consulting Engineers and Project Managers
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal18 days ago - ...Responsibilities Prepare and maintain product and standard costing. Prepare cost reports and analyse material and overhead cost... ...and ensure adherence to internal controls, policies and accounting standards. Assist senior management with financial queries...
- ...professionals: Financial Directors Chief Financial Officers Financial Managers Financial Accountants Management Accountants Financial Controllers Cost Accountants Payroll Professionals Finance C-Suite If you have not received feedback within...
- ...Junior Cost Accountant Recruiter Green Marble Recruitment Consultants Job Ref JHB002566/NS Date posted Thursday, July 23, 2026 Location Howick, South Africa Salary Monthly SUMMARY JUNIOR COST ACCOUNTANT Location: Howick, KZN NON-...
- ...Hulamin’s financial close and reporting cycle. The role provides accountability for divisional financial records, including Hulamin... ...monthly and year-end close processes by working across planning, costing, payroll, treasury, fixed assets, inventory, creditors and debtors...
- ...implement the Gross Mass Reconciliation process to ensure full metal accountability across CDR operations. ·Analyse and investigate mass balance... ...improvement projects to improve productivity, quality, and cost performance. ·Align scrap availability and inventory levels...
- ...our brand. Duties & Responsibilities Ensure efficient and cost effective product distribution Ensure driver team deliver... ...Decision making Analytical thinking Organizational awareness Be brilliant ant the basics Lead with integrity Take accountability...
- ...be providing oversight of the activities and performance of the accountants in your team. What You Will Do Financial Management... ...according to specifications. Review monthly input from the site cost accountants and SSC accountants to be included into the monthly...
R 20,000 per month
...Key Responsibilities Oversee daily kitchen operations, meal preparation, portion control, and dining hall service. Manage food costing, stock control, ordering, menu planning, and monthly budget targets. Lead, schedule, train, and mentor the kitchen and service...- ...Audits: Engineering audit Risk audit Environmental audit (ISO 14001) DQS audit BMR audit Finance: Understand cost drivers Develop cost saving strategies Understand Cost Per Loaf (CPL), difference between budget and actual, and develop plan...
- ...engineering workshop staff. Maintain and manage engineering records and documentation. Prepare and manage budgets, resource planning, cost control, and report writing. Monitor quality standards and control maintenance costs to maximize component lifespan. Ensure...
- ...computer literacy. Strong production planning and operational management skills. Experience managing budgets, CAPEX projects, and cost controls. Knowledge of biosecurity, animal welfare, and poultry production best practices. Strong leadership, people...
- ..., water treatment works, wastewater treatment works, boreholes and associated civil structures. Manage project scope, programme, cost and technical deliverables. Coordinate clients, municipalities, water authorities and other project stakeholders. Support project...
- ...technical spend categories. The role is critical to supporting plant reliability, maintenance execution, operational continuity, and safe, cost-effective service delivery across Hulamin's operational environment Key Responsibilities ·Lead sourcing, tendering, bid...
- ...queries and relevant responses with customers. Creating and Agreeing budget figures and managing the technical budget including lab costs. Manage relationships and rate negotiations with all external laboratories. Engage with senior team members on technical...
- ...Key Responsibilities Develop and implement procurement strategies. Lead supplier negotiations and contract management. Drive cost reduction and supplier optimisation initiatives. Manage supplier performance, quality, delivery, and compliance. Oversee...
- ...through coaching, performance management, succession planning, and employee development. Manage departmental budgets while ensuring cost-effective operations. What You Bring Bachelor's Degree in Sales, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Minimum five...
- ...proposals, supplier negotiations, etc.) to secure supply in accordance with Group Procurement policy and procedure, at the lowest total cost and risk to the business. • Manage a portfolio of spend commodities assigned to you. • Manage a number of internal departments as...
- ...Key Responsibilities ~ Maintain the complete accounting records for six companies. ~ Process all financial transactions accurately... ...~ Monitor and analyse product, installation, and operational costs. ~ Allocate direct and indirect costs accurately across projects...
- ...Sustainability Lead lubrication optimisation projects. Improve oil recovery and recycling initiatives. Reduce lubricant consumption and operational costs. Support environmental sustainability objectives. Drive data-driven decision making across operations....
- ...and a proven track record in a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and cost-effective management of production processes while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and productivity. The role...
- ...and software to enable an effective distribution model for the Bakeries. Ultimately, you will balance the business desire to reduce costs and optimize safety to have product available immediately. Achieving this balance means more than moving products from point A to point...
- ...environment. ~ Manage invoicing, follow up on outstanding payments, process basic financial transactions, and coordinate with our accounting department. ~ Coordinate schedules, plan transport/delivery logistics, and ensure efficient workflow and timing for...
- ...parameters. Continuous availability of equipment. Reduced down time due to equipment breakdown. Reduced milling and engineering costs. Finished product model stock levels maintained. Consumable model stock levels maintained at agreed levels. Vitamins and...
- ...they're doing! You will support the People Manager in the execution of the business specific people agenda and deliver efficient and cost-effective People administrative support to employees and managers at the Mill in Pietermaritzburg. This includes administrative...
- ...meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities Lead budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports Oversee financial operations and statutory compliance Drive internal controls, governance and audit readiness...
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Cost Accountant. Be the first to apply!
