Cost Accountant, Durbanville, WCape Western Cape

Our client has a vacancy for a Cost Accountant for a permanent role, based in Durbanville, Western Cape.

Grade 12 with B. Degree in Accounting or Cost Accounting. Post qualification experience in a Cost / Management Accountant role 3+ years’ experience within a manufacturing, production, engineering or mining environment Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and manufacturing cost structures. Proven experience with: Product costing/ cost analysis; Tax compliance, taxation calculations, budgeting Inquiring and able to gain a detailed understanding of operational processes and cost drivers Strong communication and reporting skills, with the ability to engage at all levels of the organisation Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance operational realities and financial requirements Advanced MS Excel skills and experience with ERP and accounting systems Advantageous in addition to above – exposure to capital expenditure and project costing; inventory optimisation knowledge; financial control implantation; Power BI experience; experience in tax compliance; experience submitting SARS returns including various taxes Annual shut down during Dec/Jan builders holiday for annual leave Valid drivers, own transport and fluency in Afrikaans & English Working hours : Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm, Friday 8am – 3pm Must be willing to handle a fast-paced manufacturing environment and able to work independently

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

Cost Accounting & Profitability Analysis

Develop, maintain and continuously improve accurate product costing models Review and validate cost assumptions and allocation methodologies to ensure accuracy and relevance Ensure costing methodologies remain aligned with financial accounting records and reporting requirements Analyse operational/financial information to establish meaningful performance benchmarks & standards Develop KPIs for production, maintenance, logistics, asset utilization, profitability and cost management Monitor actual performance against established benchmarks and targets Identify inefficiencies, excessive waste and improvement opportunities through detailed analysis Conduct profitability analysis by product and division Assist management with cost reduction initiatives and operational efficiency projects

Financial and Management Accounting

Assist with monthly management accounts and financial analysis Analyse financial results and provide insights into business performance and profitability Assist in maintaining strong financial controls and compliance with accounting policies and procedures

Financial Forecasting and Acquisition Support

Assist with preparation of annual budgets and related variance analysis Provide recommendations to improve financial performance Analyse historical operational and financial data to identify trends and forecast future performance Develop financial models to support business valuations and acquisition assessments Support due diligence processes through financial and operational analysis

Taxation and Compliance Support

Assist with tax related calculations, reconciliations and compliance requirements Assist with corporate income tax requirements, including supporting the preparation and submission of statutory returns where required Maintain awareness of tax legislation and its impact on business operations to ensure compliance with applicable tax legislation and financial regulations Assist with SARS- related queries and information requests Assist with preparation of year end audit working papers for both income tax and deferred tax calculations when required