Job title : Cost Accountant Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : December 05, 2024 Quick Recommended Links Jobs by Location Job by industries Duties: 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 as required Review and monitor labour and overhead allocations to products Review and monitor labour and overhead rates used for recovery 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 Review inventory count results for approval Review the accuracy of inventory-related transactions and assist with queries Ensure strong inventory controls are in place to safeguard inventory and drive accuracy 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 Assist with compiling annual budgets and rolling forecasts Providing systems support to users and maintaining master data Identify and drive system improvements and assist with special projects Prepare SOP documentation and provide training to staff on systems implemented Qualifications and Experience: CIMA 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 (Syspro) Experience in implementing a costing "system" Accounting / Financial Services jobs