Franschhoek: Cost Accountant posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Cost Accountant | Luxury Wine Estate | Franschhoek

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join a luxury wine estate based in Franschhoek. This role requires a financially astute professional with strong analytical abilities and proven experience in cost and management accounting.

Responsibilities:

• Manage product costing and tooling inventory reporting, ensuring accuracy and variance analysis.

• Prepare cost estimates and quotes for new products, customer requirements, and product changes.

• Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) as required.

• Assist with stock counts and related reconciliations.

• Load cost estimates and quotes into relevant systems.

• Support the preparation of reconciliations and schedules.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for both existing and new product costings.

• Oversee inventory management and product record-keeping.

• Provide audit information on a continuous basis.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 23 years experience in cost and management accounting, including analysis and reporting.

• A BCom degree or equivalent qualification (CIMA studies advantageous).

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with experience in ERP systems and BOM management.

• Familiarity with business intelligence software beneficial.

• Previous experience in FMCG or a production environment preferred.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• High level of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.

• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.

Package:

• Salary: Negotiable depending on experience.