Cost Accountant

SUMMARY:
Take ownership of cost control and margin optimisation for a logistics leader at the heart of Durban’s freight corridor.

POSITION INFO:
Our client, a major freight and logistics operator, seeks a Cost Accountant to provide insights that directly impact operational profitability and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse and report on cost drivers across operations
• Develop cost models to improve pricing and tender decisions
• Support management with variance analysis and margin reporting
• Collaborate with operations teams to identify savings opportunities

• BCom Accounting/Finance with 4–6 years’ cost accounting experience
• Background in logistics, transport, or manufacturing environments
• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills
• Ability to communicate insights clearly to non-financial managers