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Johannesburg South: Cost Accountant posted by Network Finance

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About the Role

Network Finance is seeking a highly skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Johannesburg South. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a crucial role in driving profitability and strategic decision-making through your expertise in cost accounting and analysis. You will work closely with our manufacturing operations to identify cost-saving initiatives and efficiencies, and support month-end processes to ensure seamless reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyse and monitor product costing, margins, and variances
  • Prepare and maintain standard costing models
  • Perform cost analysis on raw materials, labour, and overheads
  • Investigate and report on cost variances and recommend corrective actions
  • Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Conduct inventory valuation, stock reconciliations, and cycle counts
  • Partner with operations to identify cost-saving initiatives and efficiencies
  • Support month-end processes, including journals and reporting

Requirements

  • BCom Accounting (essential)
  • Completed articles (SAIPA / SAICA / CIMA)
  • 3–5 years’ experience in a cost accounting role within manufacturing
  • Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP systems
  • Solid understanding of costing principles and inventory management
  • Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail

Qualifications

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Salary & Benefits

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About Finance/Accounting Management Jobs in Gauteng

In Gauteng, South Africa, the finance and accounting management field is a significant contributor to the province’s economy, with various industries relying on skilled professionals to manage their financial operations. Typically, this field offers stable employment opportunities with good prospects for career advancement. Generally, the demand for finance and accounting managers remains high across multiple sectors.

Salary expectations for finance and accounting management positions in Gauteng are generally broad and can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Broadly speaking, salaries typically range from R400 000 to R1 500 000 per annum, with senior roles often commanding higher remuneration packages. However, these figures are subject to change and may not reflect actual salaries for specific job openings.

Common skills required for finance and accounting management positions include proficiency in financial software, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and leadership skills, experience with financial reporting and regulatory compliance, knowledge of financial management principles and practices, and a solid understanding of taxation laws. Typically, candidates with a degree in finance, accounting, or business administration are well-suited for these roles.

Finance and accounting managers can be found across various industry sectors, including the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. The financial services sector, for example, often employs finance and accounting professionals to manage its operational finances, while the technology industry may require them to oversee the financial aspects of software development or IT projects.

Career progression opportunities in this field are generally good, with experienced finance and accounting managers often moving into senior roles such as department head or director of finance. Many companies also offer training and development programs to help employees acquire new skills and advance their careers.

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