Cost Analyst

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFU016466/Camy

Date posted:

Friday, June 12, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

500000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Do you know your BOMs from your WIP and your ABC Costing from your Standard Costing? Our client, a well-established steel manufacturer on the East Rand, is looking for a commercially minded Cost Analyst who can dig into the numbers, challenge the status quo, and uncover opportunities to improve profitability.

If spreadsheets are your playground and cost variances keep you awake at night (in a good way), then this could be the opportunity for you.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a respected player within the steel manufacturing sector, supplying high-quality products to a broad customer base across South Africa. They are seeking a Cost Analyst to take ownership of product costing, inventory analysis, margin reporting, and operational cost control across the manufacturing environment. Working closely with Finance, Production, Procurement, and Operations, the successful candidate will provide critical insights that drive efficiency and profitability. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain standard costing models Perform ABC costing analysis and cost allocation reviews Analyse BOMs, WIP, inventory, and manufacturing variances Monitor production costs and identify cost-saving opportunities Review material, labour, and overhead absorption rates Conduct profitability and margin analysis across product lines Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost planning Support stock counts and inventory reconciliations Prepare monthly costing and management reports Partner with operational teams to improve cost visibility and controls Job Experience & Skills Required: BCom Accounting, Finance, Cost & Management Accounting or similar CIMA qualification in progress advantageous 3-5 years' costing experience within manufacturing, engineering, steel, or heavy industry Strong understanding of Standard Costing and ABC Costing methodologies Experience working with BOMs, WIP, inventory, and variance analysis Advanced Excel skills ERP system experience essential Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders Apply now! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: \/> I also specialise in recruiting in the following: Financial Manager Group Finance Manager Financial Director Group Accountant Financial Accountant Management Accountant Cost Accountant Financial Controller Bookkeeper 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: Camryn Basson Specialist Recruitment Consultant Connect with me on LinkedIn!

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