Group Cost Accountant

 

Recruiter:

Network Finance

Job Ref:

NWF009170/NBo

Date posted:

Monday, March 1, 2021

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

700000 Annually


SUMMARY:
A well-established manufacturing giant seeks an innovative and experienced Cost Accountant to join their team based in Johannesburg East.

POSITION INFO:

Job & Company Description:

A well-established manufacturing giant seeks an innovative and experienced Cost Accountant to join their team based in Johannesburg East.

This is an urgent vacancy and candidates who can commence employment immediately will be preferred.

In this role, you will be responsible for the overall management of costing systems, including BOMs and WIPs, rate calculations, margin analysis and financial stock control. You will also provide support in finance by posting journals, balance sheet reconciliations and assisting with accounts payable.

Candidates who think of themselves as driven, meticulous on attention to detail and consencious in follow ups and feedback are invited to apply for this opportunity.

Education:

Completed CIMA Strategic Level or TOP CIMA is a non-negotiable

Skills & Experience:

5+ years'' experience in a Cost Accountant role within the FMCG / Manufacturing environment is a non-negotiable

Operational finance experience is essential for this role

Proficient in building costing models

Experience in cost saving initiatives

Good knowledge of ERP systems

Financial acumen

Strong personality

Ability to work in a highly pressured and fast paced environment

Team player

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Researcher: General and Junior Finance

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