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Cost Accountant Specialist

2 months ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Communicate Recruitment Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Cost Accountant to join our team at Communicate Recruitment. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Key Responsibilities:
  • Monitor and Analyze Material and Price Variances: Regularly review and compare budgeted Bills of Materials (BOMs) to actual budgets to identify any discrepancies.
  • Report on Monthly Variances: Provide detailed reports on monthly variances to stakeholders, highlighting areas of concern and suggesting improvements.
  • Investigate and Develop SOPs: Conduct thorough investigations into variances and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to prevent future losses.
  • Budget Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop accurate and comprehensive budgets for projects and initiatives.
  • Analyze Costing Models: Review and refine costing models to ensure they are aligned with business objectives and industry best practices.
  • Determine Project Budgets: Work with project managers to determine project budgets, including all costs, and ensure they are accurately reflected in financial reports.
  • Test Actual Costs vs. Budgets: Regularly compare actual costs to budgets to identify areas of inefficiency and suggest improvements.
  • Monitor Budget Expenditure: Track and analyze budget expenditure to identify any inaccuracies in forecasts and suggest corrective actions.
  • Utilize Target Costing: Implement target costing methodologies to determine profit margins and ensure they are aligned with business objectives.
  • Set Targets for Material Cost: Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to set targets for material cost reduction and implement strategies to achieve them.
  • Compile Cost Packs: Develop and maintain cost packs for relevant stakeholders, ensuring they have access to accurate and up-to-date cost information.
  • Ensure Cost Tracker: Implement and maintain a cost tracker to monitor and analyze cost data in real-time.
  • Maintain and Improve Costing Models: Regularly review and refine costing models to ensure they remain accurate and effective.
  • Assist in Maintaining Spreadsheets: Collaborate with the finance team to maintain accurate and comprehensive spreadsheets, ensuring they reflect the company's position in the market.
  • Improve Accuracy of Costing Models: Implement strategies to improve the accuracy of costing models and ensure they are aligned with business objectives.
  • Design Net Costing System: Develop and implement a net costing system to calculate the cost of new and refurbished molds.
Requirements:
  • Minimum 5 Years' Experience: In a similar role, with a strong background in costing and budgeting.
  • Manufacturing Environment Experience: Proven experience working in a manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of production processes and costs.
  • Costing in Manufacturing Experience: Significant experience in costing and budgeting in a manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of industry best practices.
  • Experience and Understanding of BOMs: In-depth knowledge of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and their role in costing and budgeting.
  • SYSPRO Experience: Proficiency in SYSPRO, with experience in implementing and maintaining the system.
  • Advanced Excel Skills: Expert-level skills in Excel, with the ability to develop complex spreadsheets and models.
  • Tertiary Qualification: A tertiary qualification in Cost and Management Accounting or a similar field.