Cost Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFU007386/NBh

Date posted:

Friday, November 25, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

400 000 Annually

JOB SUMMARY:
A retail company in Johannesburg North is seeking the analytical expertise of a strong Cost Accountant.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job & Company Description:

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to grow their career and gain tremendous experience working for an Retail Company.

Duties include;

Knowledge of bookkeeping, accounting packages, standard cost and project (job) cost accounting
Setting up of standard costing, rate and volume variance analysis templates as well as capital budgeting templates on Excel
Ensuring that costs are allocated correctly in the general ledger
Prepare monthly management accounts (provide detail reasons for the variance movement for costs, processing cost and related overheads) monthly budget vs actual report
Perform volume and price variance analysis for all costs.
Prepare month end inventory adjustments based on stock valuation reports.
Provide support in the procurement process by ensuring correct product codes used on purchase requisition
Prepare the volume and price variance analysis

Education:

BCOM HONS or CIMA or Articles

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Minimum 3-5years experience in similar Costing enviroment
Advanced Excel (V-look ups, Pivot tables, Macros, creating reports)
strong presentational skills and strong communicator
Proactive and ability to work independantly
Strong problem solving skills and team player willing to step up and take charge

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