Our client is a major player in the FMCG food manufacturing sector, an industry where quality, speed, and precision defines success. With a rapidly expanding product portfolio and a strong national presence, the business is scaling up its operational excellence, requiring a Cost Accountant who can provide deep financial insights, streamline production economics, and support strategic decision-making. This role offers the perfect blend of hands-on factory involvement and high-level financial analysis. Youll collaborate with production, procurement, engineering, logistics, and finance leaders to understand cost drivers, improve efficiencies, and elevate the companys overall performance. If you want to add real commercial value not just crunch numbers, this role puts you right at the heart of operations Key Responsibilities: Maintain and update standard costing across all product lines Analyse production performance, yield variances, material usage, and labour efficiency Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly cost reporting with actionable insights Partner with production teams to investigate variances and recommend corrective actions Prepare product costing, pricing models, and margin analysis Perform stock management: BOM validation, stock recons, WIP analysis, and shrinkage reporting Monitor CAPEX budgets, cost recovery, and production overhead allocation Support budgeting and forecasting cycles with accurate cost projections Evaluate supplier costs, raw material movements, and procurement impact Drive continuous improvement in costing processes, systems, and internal controls Assist with audits, cost simulations, and financial modelling for new products or lines Job Experience & Skills Required: BCom Accounting, Cost & Management Accounting, or similar 35 years experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, or processing Strong understanding of standard costing, BOMs, stock control, and manufacturing finance Advanced Excel (pivot tables, modelling, and data tools) Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Syspro, Sage, Oracle, or similar) Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with production Hands-on, curious, proactive, and able to thrive in a high-volume factory environment Accuracy-driven mindset with a passion for operational detail and commercial outcomes Apply now!

Were looking for a General Cost Accountant to join a high-performance team in a fast-paced, heavy-industry operation. This role is ideal for someone with strong costing experience who thrives in environments where accuracy, speed, and operational insight matter. Youll take ownership of costing, inventory controls, vehicle maintenance costing, and insurance claims while supporting the finance function with VAT and ERP-driven reporting. Key Responsibilities: Costing & Analysis: Apply costing principles to support operational and financial decision-making Fleet & Maintenance Costing: Manage vehicle maintenance costing and insurance claim processing Inventory Management: Oversee and improve stock controls, accuracy, and valuation VAT & Compliance: Ensure accurate VAT application and adherence to financial standards Systems Oversight: Work extensively on ERP systems ( Syspro preferred ) to strengthen financial processes Job Experience and Skills Required: Qualification: Degree in Cost Accounting or related field Experience: 35 years in a fleet-intensive or heavy-industry environment Technical Skills: Strong costing, VAT, insurance claims, and inventory management background Systems: Solid ERP exposure ( Syspro advantageous ) Personality: Detail-driven, analytical, and able to function effectively in a high-activity environment If youre ready to put your costing expertise to work where it counts, lets start the conversation

Company and Job Description: A well-established heavy-industry operation, is looking for a sharp General Cost Accountant to take ownership of costing in a fleet-intensive environment where accuracy directly impacts profitability. This is a hands-on, operational role suited to someone who thrives in an environment with moving parts, real assets, and real accountability. If you enjoy understanding how costs behave on the ground, from vehicles to inventory to insurance, this role will stretch and reward you. Key Responsibilities: Full responsibility for cost accounting within a fleet-intensive, heavy-industry environment Vehicle maintenance costing and insurance claims management Inventory management and cost tracking VAT processing and compliance Application of sound costing principles across operations Variance analysis and cost control reporting Strong involvement with ERP-driven costing and reporting Supporting management with accurate cost insights and performance analysis Job Experience and Skills Required: Degree in Cost Accounting or a related financial discipline 3 5 years experience in a fleet-intensive or heavy-industry environment Solid exposure to vehicle maintenance costing and insurance claims Strong understanding of VAT, inventory management, and core costing principles Proven ERP system experience (Syspro preferred) Strong analytical skills with a practical, operational mindset High level of accuracy, accountability, and work ethic If youre a hands-on Cost Accountant who enjoys being close to operations and wants to play a real role in driving efficiency and profitability, this is your next smart move. Apply now. For more exciting Finance opportunities, visit:

🔧 The Opportunity A leading heavy-industry organisation based in Kempton Park is looking for a hands-on Cost Accountant to take ownership of costing processes and operational finance across a high-volume fleet environment. This is your chance to play a vital role behind the scenes improving cost visibility, supporting fleet performance, and ensuring hard-earned numbers translate into real operational value. Youll work at the intersection of finance, operations, and workshop performance where cost accuracy matters, downtime impacts margins, and your analysis drives operational decisions. 🛠️ Key Responsibilities Manage full costing processes with accuracy and accountability Maintain accurate inventory costing and stock management Support VAT, month-end, and operational reporting Use ERP systems (preferably Syspro) to drive costing accuracy Partner with operations and maintenance teams to ensure alignment 📊 What You Bring Degree in Cost Accounting or related field 35 years costing experience (fleet or heavy industry ideal) Experience across VAT, costing, and operational financial control Solid ERP skills (Syspro advantageous) ⚙️ Why Youll Want This Role This is your chance to support operational decisions, influence fleet performance, and build financial visibility in an environment where cost detail truly matters. If you want a role where your costing expertise directly impacts operations on the ground this is it. 📨 Apply Today If you’re ready to bring structure, costing insight, and financial control to a fleet-intensive environment, lets connect.

Job & Company Description: An established and growing industry leader is seeking a seasoned Cost Accountant to strengthen their finance team based in East Rand. This permanent position is ideal for a technically proficient individual who thrives in a dynamic project-driven environment and has extensive experience overseeing financial and multicurrency project portfolios. You will be responsible for comprehensive financial management, cost oversight, budgeting, and reporting throughout complex project cycles. Key Responsibilities: Manage and evaluate project costs, budgets, forecasts, and overall financial performance Handle multicurrency project accounting and maintain accuracy in cost allocations Compile project financial statements, variance reports, and cash-flow forecasts Provide project managers with financial insights to support cost-effectiveness Uphold internal controls, company policies, and financial governance standards Identify financial risks across various projects and propose corrective measures Work closely with cross-functional teams to drive financial efficiency across operations Job Experience and Skills Required: BCom plus completed CIMA qualification Minimum of 5 years experience in project accounting, cost control, or financial project environments Strong background in multicurrency and project-focused financial systems Highly analytical, detail-driven, and comfortable working in a high-responsibility setting Prior experience in manufacturing, construction, or mining is essential Step into a role that will shape your careerwhere your expertise in project finance, cost management, and operational insight will directly influence the success of a respected industry organisation. I also specialise in recruiting for the following positions: Financial Accountant Management Accountant Group Accountant Reporting Accountant If you do not receive feedback within two weeks, please regard your application as unsuccessful. Your profile will be retained on our database for suitable future opportunities. For more information, contact:

Job & Company Description: A reputable and expanding industry player, is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to join their finance division based in Springs. This permanent role is perfect for a technically strong professional who excels in a fast-paced project environment and has solid experience managing financial and multicurrency project portfolios. You will play a key role in financial oversight, cost control, budgeting, and reporting across complex project lifecycles. Key Responsibilities: Manage and analyse project costs, budgets, forecasts, and financial performance Oversee multicurrency project accounting and ensure accuracy of cost allocations Prepare project financial reports, variance analyses, and cash-flow projections Support project managers with financial insights to drive cost optimisation Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and financial governance Monitor financial risks across multiple projects and recommend corrective actions Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial efficiency across operations Job Experience and Skills Required: BCom plus CIMA qualification (completed) 5 years experience in project accounting, cost controlling, or financial project environments Strong exposure to multicurrency and project-based financial systems Analytical, detail-oriented, and confident operating in a high-accountability environment Experience within manufacturing, construction, or mining industries is essential Step into a career-defining rolewhere your project financial expertise, cost-control capability, and operational insight will contribute directly to the success of a respected industry organisation. I also specialize in recruiting for the following roles: Financial Accountant Management Accountant Group Accountant Reporting Accountant If you have not had any response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles or positions. For more information, contact:

Our client 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: 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. Apply now!