Overview
Reference: LCA001
Salary: ZAR25,000 - ZAR40,000/month
Job Location: South Africa -- Sedibeng District -- Meyerton
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 26 March 2024
Job Title: Cost Accountant
Location: Gauteng, Sedibeng District, Meyerton
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Primary Industry: Manufacturing and Production
Job Duties:
- Develop and maintain a cost accounting system, including cost standards for raw materials and finished goods.
- Analyse manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing journal entries and reconciliations related to cost accounts.
- Participate in inventory management activities, including conducting physical inventory counts and reconciling inventory variances.
- Provide support in budgeting and forecasting processes by analysing cost trends and variances.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA) preferred.
- Proven experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and cost control procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge and Skills: - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficient in inventory management practices.
Preferred Qualifications: - Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA).
- Experience with ERP systems, such as SAP or Oracle.
Working Conditions: - Office-based role, with occasional visits to production facilities.
- Standard working hours, Monday to Friday.
- Potential for overtime during month-end and year-end closing processes.
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