Cost Accountant
Posted on 2025-04-10
Employer | Hire Resolve |
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Salary | 0 |
Category | Finance Accounting |
Location | Gauteng / Johannesburg |
Job Summary
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Job Summary:
Hire Resolve`s client is seeking a highly skilled and knowledgeable Cost Accountant to join their dynamic finance team in the FMCG (Fast-moving consumer goods) industry in Johannesburg. The Cost Accountant will be responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and controlling the company`s cost structure, ensuring efficient use of resources while maximizing profitability. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of cost accounting principles and experience working in the FMCG industry.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular analysis of product costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead expenses, to ensure accurate costing information.
- Develop and maintain cost accounting systems, processes, and procedures for better cost control and accurate financial reporting.
- Monitor ongoing expenses, including purchase price variances, overruns, production variances, and cost allocations, and provide recommendations for cost-saving opportunities.
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close procedures related to cost accounting, including reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, purchasing, and logistics, to gather costing data, improve accuracy, and implement cost control measures.
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual costing reports to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial plans related to cost accounting.
- Participate in the development and implementation of cost accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Support internal and external audit activities by providing relevant cost accounting documentation and explanations as required.
- Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in cost accounting and the FMCG industry to enhance performance and efficiency.
Requirements:
- Bachelor`s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in cost accounting, preferably in the FMCG industry.
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and methodologies.
- Proficient in using cost accounting software and ERP systems
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, vlookups, and data analysis functions.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptability to changing business requirements and the willingness to continuously learn and improve.
Benefits:
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Salary:
R800K/yr – R750K/yr, negotiable
- Family Leave
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
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Salary:
negotiable.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Lindy Du Plessis at Hire Resolve
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: Hire Resolve
Cost Accountant position available in Gauteng, Johannesburg. This job position was posted by Hire Resolve. The job has been posted as a char8000 ad on 2025-04-10 at 00:01:33 in the Finance Accounting category
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