Cost Accountant

1 week ago

Lakeside Western Cape, South Africa Organic Zone Full time R360 000 - R480 000 per year

Job Description: Cost Accountant – Organic Zone

Location: Cape Town

Reports to: CEO

Type: Full-time, On-site

About Organic Zone

Organic Zone is a leading Cape Town retailer and producer of fresh, locally sourced, and sustainably grown organic foods and groceries. We are passionate about ethical production, transparency, and building a healthy food system for our community.

Purpose of the Role

The Cost Accountant is responsible for monitoring, analysing, and reporting on all production and retail cost elements to ensure accurate pricing, profitability, and effective cost control across the business. The role supports management in decision-making through data-driven cost insights and financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

    1. Costing and Analysis

  2. Develop and maintain cost accounting systems for production and retail operations.

  3. Calculate product costs for fresh produce, packaged foods, and grocery items.
  4. Analyse variances between actual and standard costs and identify root causes.
  5. Track and evaluate wastage, shrinkage, and yield in production and retail areas.

  6. Review supplier costs and assist in price setting to ensure target margins.

    1. Inventory and Stock Control

  8. Maintain accurate inventory valuation across production and retail stores.

  9. Perform stock reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.

  10. Implement cost control procedures for raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.

    1. Budgeting and Reporting

  12. Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and cost planning.

  13. Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports for management, highlighting key trends.

  14. Support financial management with data for profitability analysis by product category.

    1. Systems and Compliance

  16. Ensure data integrity across the point-of-sale, production, and accounting systems.

  17. Support the integration of costing modules into accounting or ERP systems.

  18. Continuous Improvement

  19. Identify and implement efficiency improvements in production and procurement.

  20. Collaborate with production and retail managers to reduce costs and improve margins.
  21. Provide training and support to staff on cost awareness and control practices.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree/3-year diploma in Accounting, Cost Management, or Finance.
  • Minimum 3–5 years' experience in cost accounting in the retail industry and possibly in food production
  • Proficient in Excel and Arch System knowledge is preferable
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with inventory control and management reporting.

Personal Attributes

  • Detail-oriented and methodical.
  • Strong communication skills — able to explain financial information clearly.
  • Integrity and commitment to sustainable, ethical business practices.
  • Works well both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Remuneration

Competitive salary based on experience, with potential for growth within a dynamic and purpose-driven company.

Please only apply for this position if you meet the qualifications and experience criteria.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R30 000,00 - R40 000,00 per month

Experience:

  • cost accounting : 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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