Join a proudly South African food manufacturing powerhouse thats redefining excellence in the FMCG space. With a portfolio of household brands and a relentless focus on quality, agility, and growth, this organisation thrives on efficiency, and so will you. As the Cost Accountant, youll play a central role in understanding what drives performance, from raw material costing and production variances to margin optimisation and continuous improvement across the value chain. Your financial acumen and operational curiosity will directly influence strategy and profitability. Key Responsibilities: Maintain and analyse standard and actual costs of manufactured goods and components. Investigate production variances and partner with operations to optimise efficiency. Conduct monthly cost reconciliations and prepare cost reports for management. Monitor inventory valuation, waste, and yield analysis across multiple product lines. Support budgeting, forecasting, and margin analysis for new and existing SKUs. Participate in process improvement and automation initiatives across finance and operations. Job Experience & Skills Required: BCom Accounting degree (CIMA advantageous). Minimum 35 years costing experience within an FMCG or manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory control. Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP / Syspro / Sage X3 preferred). Analytical thinker with exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving ability. A proactive communicator who enjoys working cross-functionally and influencing decisions. Apply now!

COST ACCOUNTANT – JUNIOR POSITION Mining/Engineering Industry * Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or Related field OR Busing Studying in related Field) * Efficiency in using Accounting Software, ERP & Spreadsheets * Proficiency in Mathematics & Financial Calculations * Ability to Manage Multiple Tasks Duties and Responsibilities: Examine and assess cost expenditures Prepare budget reports Analyze financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities Collaborate with teams to enhance cost-efficiency Ensure compliance with financial regulations CLEAN CRIMINAL RECORD – will be verified

Based in the CBD, the business manufactures high-precision components for the water, transport, and energy sectors that are engineered for excellence and produced with financial and operational discipline. Key Responsibilities: Calculate standard costs and analyze variances for materials, labour, and overheads. Manage inventory valuation, stock counts, and reporting. Track and report on project/job costing and profitability. Prepare monthly cost reports and support the month-end close. Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives. Job Experience & Skills Required (Ideal Candidate Profile): Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance. CIMA qualification (or in progress) is highly preferred. 3-5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing or engineering setting. Advanced skills in ERP systems (e.g., SAP and Syspro) and Excel . If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.

Minimum qualifications: CIMA, but BCom Accounting or related costing/financial qualification will be considered with relevant experience 5 years working experience in related field, preferably in the manufacturing industry Proficient in MS Office. Advance knowledge of Excel. Knowledge of eTrack and Pastel Evolution is advantageous. Soft skills Must be self-motivated, energetic and be able to work as part of a team. This also includes a willingness to learn and good communication skills. By nature, a cost accountant should be highly analytical with strong attention to detail. Through experience they should become a critical thinker, leader and mentor to others within the organisation. Must also be able to show initiative and not be afraid to express ideas which may result in achievement of organisation goals. An ability to contribute to a culture of learning, problem solving and continuous improvement within the company. Job description Monitor and analyse costs within various departments including Job costing and analysis of budgeted vs actual costs. Analysing various jobs and cost centres to understand their impact on company profit Implementation of costing systems to assist the company in understanding job costs and profitability. Calculate, maintain and update fixed and variable overhead recovery rates quarterly Analysis of costs that are relevant to decision making and risk mitigation by calculating minimum selling prices using the agreed mark up, based on best costing principals Once MRP is fully implemented to update database with costing tables to enable the estimation of costs for quoting purposes and to be within stipulated percentage of actual costs. Monitor company debit orders on a monthly basis and highlight any variances Monitor fleet cards on a monthly basis Monitor diesel consumption purchased through independent providers for factory purposes Monitor telephone accounts on a monthly basis Any other costing requirements Prepare cash flow forecasts and budgets when required. Also assist in developing departmental budgets and KPIs. Submission and management of company insurance claims Assist with the implementation and maintenance of company information technology (MRP) and accounting systems, including inventory management. Reconciliation and review of accounts payable before payment Completion of monthly wage journals Maintenance of company fixed asset registers and related journals Assistance with preparation of monthly management accounts, annual audit file and financial analysis thereof. Submission of CIPC returns and maintenance for all group companies Assist with IT maintenance within the company Any other finance related functions which are reasonably related to the job description.