Cost Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR011694/LEA

Date posted:

Friday, October 30, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Boksburg | Manufacturing | Up to R840k CTC

Are you a Cost Accountant who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys turning costing data into meaningful business insights?

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional with strong costing expertise and a passion for operational finance.

POSITION INFO:
A respected manufacturing business based in Boksburg is seeking a Cost Accountant to join its finance team. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in maintaining costing accuracy, driving profitability analysis, and partnering with operational stakeholders to improve business performance. The successful candidate will have exposure to critical manufacturing finance functions, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), cost analysis, inventory costing, and reporting. If you are looking to further your career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment while progressing your CIMA studies, this opportunity is for you. Key Responsibilities Maintain and review product costing and standard costing models. Analyse and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure costing accuracy. Perform cost analysis and provide recommendations to improve profitability. Assist with inventory valuation and manufacturing cost reporting. Prepare monthly costing reports and management information. Monitor cost variances and investigate discrepancies. Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. Partner with production and operational teams on cost-saving initiatives. Job Experience and Skills Required BCom Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CIMA qualification in progress, with a minimum of Strategic Level completed. Minimum 4 years' relevant Cost Accounting experience. Manufacturing industry experience is essential. Strong understanding of product costing, BOMs, and inventory costing. Proven analytical and reporting skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills will be advantageous. Strong business partnering and stakeholder management abilities. Apply now! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: \/> I also specialise in recruiting in the following: Cost Accounting | Management Accounting | Manufacturing Finance | Standard Costing | BOM Analysis | Inventory Management | Variance Analysis | Budgeting & Forecasting | Financial Analysis | Operational Finance If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions. For more information, contact: Leandra van der Merwe Recruitment Consultant Connect with me on LinkedIn!

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