Cost & Management Accoutant

Recruiter:

Employment Solutions

Job Ref:

2445842898

Date posted:

Monday, May 4, 2026

Location:

Krugersdorp, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

The Cost & Management Accountant is responsible for overseeing project financial performance, ensuring accurate costing, reporting, and analysis across multiple entities. This role plays a key part in supporting strategic decision-making by providing insights into project profitability, cost control, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Assess and report on project profitability
Prepare project-specific balance sheets and income statements
Analyse financial statements and performance of individual projects
Perform job costing across multiple entities
Create and maintain job codes, ensuring adherence to internal processes
Monitor and audit site hours worked against revenue generated
Conduct expense and variance analysis, highlighting inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities
Ensure accurate and timely project accruals on a monthly basis
Maintain detailed and up-to-date project records and tracking systems
Oversee timely invoicing following the approval of contract certificates
Assist with forecasting project revenues and financial performance
Support the maintenance of asset registers

Stakeholder Engagement:

Liaise with Quantity Surveyors and Site Managers to address audit queries and findings
Collaborate with Project Managers to assess project viability and financial performance
Provide insights to influence management decisions on project acceptance, continuation, or termination
Work closely with operational teams to ensure efficient use of on-site resources and highlight discrepancies

Reporting & Analysis:

Generate and present costing reports at group level
Provide clear financial insights to support business understanding of costs and profitability
Ensure all projects are effectively tracked and aligned with financial targets

Requirements:

BCom in Accounting, Finance, CIMA or related field
3–5 years’ experience in cost and management accounting (project environment advantageous)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP/accounting systems preferred
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

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