Cost Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFC025404/BDP

Date posted:

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Cost Accountant

Are you passionate about turning operational data into meaningful financial insights? An established and highly respected organisation within the food manufacturing industry is looking for a commercially minded Cost Accountant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to operations, influencing profitability, and driving continuous improvement through accurate costing and financial analysis. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy partnering with stakeholders across the business, this role could be your perfect next move.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities: Maintain and manage standard costing models across products and manufacturing processes. Perform detailed cost analysis and provide insights into operational performance. Manage and analyse Bill of Materials (BOMs) to ensure accurate product costing. Monitor and report on Work-in-Progress (WIP) balances and manufacturing costs. Conduct variance analysis and investigate cost deviations against standards and budgets. Prepare and distribute cost and management reports for key stakeholders. Partner with production and operational teams to identify cost-saving opportunities. Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. Assist with month-end reporting and inventory reconciliations. Ensure the integrity and accuracy of costing data within financial systems. Drive process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency. Qualifications & Experience: Relevant Finance, Accounting, Cost & Management Accounting Degree or National Diploma. 3 to 5 years' experience as a Cost Accountant within a manufacturing or FMCG environment. Essential experience within a food manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of standard costing methodologies. Proven experience with BOM management, WIP accounting, and variance analysis. Strong report-writing and management reporting skills. Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyse large data sets. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to partner effectively with both finance and operational teams. Attention to detail with a proactive and commercially focused approach. Apply today! If you have not received feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be retained on our database for future suitable opportunities. For more information, contact: Bianca du Preez Recruitment Consultant - CA(SA) and General Finance LinkedIn:

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