Cost & Financial Accountant

Overview

Our client, a leading organization in the manufacturing sector, is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Cost & Financial Accountant to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate cost accounting, asset management, statutory compliance, and adherence to health and safety standards. If you are a motivated professional with a strong background in financial and cost accounting, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Responsibilities

As a Cost & Financial Accountant, your key responsibilities will include:

• Cost Accounting: Implementing and maintaining standard costing methods, updating selling prices based on cost drivers, and managing Syspro BOMs and inventory.
• Asset Management: Overseeing the Fixed Asset Register (FAR) and ensuring accurate asset tracking and reporting.
• Statutory Compliance: Preparing and submitting SARS returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and staying updated on legislative changes.
• Health and Safety: Supporting the organization’s commitment to health and safety standards.
• Financial Reporting: Managing financial accounting and group reporting, including monthly and annual Syspro closings.
• Stock Management: Conducting inventory checks and stock takes to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following qualifications and requirements:

• Education: B Com or Cost & Management Degree (or equivalent). SAIPA or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Standard Costing methods.
  • Advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables and VLOOKUP).
  • Experience with Syspro (BOMs, inventory, stock takes, monthly/annual closings).
• Attributes:
  • High level of confidentiality, ethics, and integrity.
  • Strong professional communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Self-motivated, systems-oriented, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills.
  • A flexible team player with a proactive approach.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 08h00 – 16h30
• Friday: 08h00 – 15h30

Benefits

 

• Benefits: Medical aid and retirement fund
• Additional: 13th cheque

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for cost and financial accounting, and you meet the above qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our client’s team and contribute to their continued success in the manufacturing industry.

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