📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWNestle is actively recruiting for a Assistant Factory Controller position in Free State. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Manufacturing sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: 3 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Manufacturing • Location Preference: in Free State
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe Assistant Factory Controller position is an important role within the Manufacturing sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Manufacturing offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Assistant Factory Controller position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Manufacturing field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Manufacturing sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Working in Harrismith as an Assistant Factory Controller you will be responsible to provide efficient, effective and accurate costing support and advice to meet business (Corporate, Division and factory) objectives, consistent with Nestle policies.
A day in the life an Assistant Factory ControllerDecision Support: Provision of accurate and timely detailed product costings. Variance analysis and reporting (weekly, monthly, yearly). Assist with Preparation of the Standard Cost Budget and Revisions and submit on a timely basis. Co-ordination and Involvement in new product development teams – costings for feasibility studies Operational: Ensure audit guidelines and Nestle Accounting policy is observed. Education of shop-floor staff in use of SAP to improve material/labour control. Maintenance of data integrity for SAP. Implement procedure to avoid write offs, and ensure that obsolete and redundant materials are identified and written off in accordance with head office directives. Petty Cash disbursement and replenishment Co-ordination and Involvement in new product development teams: Costings for feasibility studies. Provision of accurate monthly Actual Cost Calculation with consistent adherence to Period End Close timelines. Ensure that the Nestle Costing Standards Guidelines and Methodologies are observed and applied consistently. Validate and analyses financial and accounting information pertaining to the factory for Management and employees. Preparation of the monthly Raw and Packing materials Working Capital reporting. Involvement with all departments in Continuous Improvements initiatives. Involvement in shop-floor control, daily process order variance meetings with production department Management Teams. Supporting Factory Controller in decision support activities such as, what if analysis, EBA calculations etc. Adhoc Projects. Monitor and Control factory fixed cost.
What will make you successful?
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Manufacturing Accounting. FMCG or Manufacturing environment experience Someone with a strong compliance background.
Deadline:19th August,2026
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