Cost Accountant II

Job Description

To model, interrogate and provide insights on detailed cost and profitability information in support of both current operational management decisions and planning for the future

Hello Future Cost Accountant II

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

We are currently seeking a FM2 to head up our Costing Models in the iCustomer Finance team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now's the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Are you someone who can:

• Re-imagining costing models to benefit and promote the adoption of platform across Retail, Commercial, Broader Africa and even external users.
• Partner with stakeholders in the provision of financial insights and guidance into the operational and general decision making and debates.
• Define and implement internal and external Costing Models and documentation all the costing requirements
• Analyse, plan and manage costs to support implementation of business costing strategies.
• Manage and monitor the applications and effectiveness of the business's financial information systems
• Awareness of regulatory requirements and compliance in the banking industry
• Maintain appropriate supporting documentation according to professional financial accounting and reporting standards.
• Prepare and report on the business's Costing models and financial conditions.
• Maximise productivity through efficient planning of people and processes to drive optimal utilisation of available resources; identify and implement improvements to regulatory reporting processes.
• Manage the yearly budget and rolling forecast process
• Manage the interrelationships between various systems, data and other resources to ensure effective project planning and delivery.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Participate and contribute to a development culture where information regarding successes, issues, trends and ideas are actively shared.
• Quick learner, showing flexibility and adaptability in new situations and fast-paced environments.
• Continuously assess own performance, seek timely and clear feedback and request training where appropriate.

You will be an ideal candidate if you possess:

• Qualification – Qualified CA and/or CIMA
• Experience - 3 to 5 years of working experience in financial field post qualification with Costing experience
• Advanced Excel knowledge and experience
• PowerBI knowledge an advantage
• Financial and Business acumen
• Pay high attention to detail

You will have access to:

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• To business partner with senior stakeholder
• Challenging Working environment
• Opportunities to innovate

We can be a match if you are:

• Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to
• Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it
• Have a proven successful track record.
• Thrive in a collaborative environment

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

07/11/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.