Cost Accountant
6 days ago
Industry Description: Production and Manufacturing
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our Company in Pretoria East. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial cost accounting and a strong proficiency in using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central accounting software. As a Cost Accountant, you will play a crucial role in analysing financial cost data.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Implement a costing system with value-adding reports and recommendations.
- Review and closure of jobs, investigating variances and driving corrective actions.
- Review and update of BOM's (Bill of Materials) as required.
- Review and monitor labour and overhead allocations to products.
- Review and update standard cost for raw materials in the accounting system to ensure inventory valuation is accurate including landed cost calculations for imported raw materials.
- Analyse material usage and waste and drive corrective actions hand in hand with the Exco.
- Review inventory count results for approval.
- Review the accuracy of inventory-related transactions and assist with queries.
- Perform product and customer costings.
- Compile costing information and perform ad-hoc costings as required.
- Analyse margin and costs and identify where improvements can be made to profitability.
- Building and maintaining reports to assist product mix decision-making.
- Performing financial modelling to inform decision-making for strategic objectives.
- Preparing information and reports for business presentations.
- Identify and drive system improvements and assist with special projects.
- Prepare costing for after sales and repairs.
Desired Experience & Qualification
- At least 1-3 years of experience in a financial or cost accounting role.
- Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Good written, verbal communication and collaborative skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment subject to constant change.
- Team player and the ability to drive projects and implementations within a team.
- Proficiency in accounting software (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central accounting software).
- Provide insights to management to support financial decision-making.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Professional accounting qualification (CIPA).
- Extensive experience in cost accounting, with a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
- Management accounting experience will be of benefit but is not a requirement.
- Proven expertise in using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central accounting software.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software.
If you meet these qualifications and have a passion for costing solutions, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and contribute to the financial success of our organization while utilizing your expertise. Send your CV to hr@prbb.co.za
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