Job Description
Career Opportunity: Cost Accountant & BI Analyst
Job Title: Cost Accountant & BI Analyst
Location: Montagu / Strand, Western Cape
Industry: FMCG / Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Reports To: Head of Finance / Senior Business Leadership
Application Closing Date: 30 January 2026
Are you a commercially astute Cost Accountant with strong business intelligence and data analytics capability, looking to make a meaningful impact within a large FMCG manufacturing environment?
A well-established and reputable FMCG / Food & Beverage organisation is seeking a Cost Accountant & BI Analyst to support operational performance, product costing accuracy, and data-driven decision-making across multiple manufacturing sites in the Western Cape.
This hybrid role combines cost accounting, inventory and margin analysis, and business intelligence reporting, offering exposure to both finance leadership and operational stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance
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Implement and maintain standard costing for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
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Perform full absorption costing and maintain cost recovery rates.
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Prepare product costings, margin analysis, and NPD support.
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Manage inventory valuation, accuracy, and reporting.
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Maintain BOM structures and monitor waste and yield variances.
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Prepare manufacturing cost reports and support month-end close.
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Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and CAPEX-related costing.
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Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
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Design, develop, and maintain BI dashboards and reports.
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Build and manage data models and ETL processes from multiple sources.
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Collaborate with stakeholders to define KPIs and reporting requirements.
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Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and governance across BI platforms.
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Optimise BI solutions for performance and scalability.
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Provide BI support and reporting insights to finance and operational teams.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification:
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Bachelors degree in Cost & Management Accounting, Financial Management, Data Analytics, or related field
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CIMA qualification (or working towards) advantageous
Experience:
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35 years experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
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Minimum 2 years experience in business intelligence or data analytics
Skills & Competencies:
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Advanced Excel proficiency
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ERP systems experience (manufacturing environment advantageous)
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BI tools experience (Qlik Sense and/or Power BI advantageous)
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Knowledge of data integration, governance, and reporting best practices
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Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are open to working or relocating within the Western Cape:
? Email: *****@*****.co.za
? Apply online: www.********.co.za
? Reference: CostAcct_BI_WC_2026
Applications close 30 January 2026
Please deem your application as unsuccessful should you not hear back within 3-5 Business Days. Our Consultants should reach out once we have a better suited role available for your experience and skillset.
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