Senior Cost Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFU014959/LNZ

Date posted:

Friday, October 24, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R 710 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Join Our Team as a Senior Cost Accountant! Are you a numbers-driven professional with a passion for precision and strategy? We’re looking for a Senior Cost Accountant who thrives on turning complex data into clear financial insight. In this role, you’ll play a key part in optimizing costs, improving efficiency, and driving profitability. If you’re ready to make an impact and take your accounting expertise to the next level, we’d love to meet you!

POSITION INFO:
My client believes that success starts with people. Their diverse and talented team works collaboratively to deliver top-tier products and services that make a meaningful impact in the marketplace. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and financial discipline, they are dedicated to sustainable growth, operational excellence, and innovation that sets them apart from the competition within the manufacturing space.

Duties:

Prepare and analyze cost reports, budgets, and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
Monitor and control manufacturing or operational costs to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Conduct variance analysis between actual and standard costs, identifying key drivers and opportunities for improvement.
Collaborate with production, procurement, and finance teams to optimize cost structures and profitability.
Maintain accurate cost accounting records and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and reconciliations related to inventory and cost of goods sold (COGS).
Develop and implement cost control systems and process improvements.
Support internal and external audits with required cost and inventory documentation.
Provide management with detailed cost analysis reports and actionable insights.
Participate in budgeting and long-term financial planning activity

This role reports to the Senior Finance Manager.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

BCom Degree in Accounting
CIMA in progress
7 years relevant manufacturing experience
SAP

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