Cost Accountant - 12 month FTC

Recruiter:

Stafflink Recruitment Solutions

Job Ref:

STL1040

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R 30 000.00 – R 45 000.00 per month without the benefits

SUMMARY:
Spartan Kempton park

POSITION INFO:

Main Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to ensure accurate cost accounting for all figures within an assigned unit, providing transparency and supporting effective business decision-making.

🎓 Education & Qualifications

BTech/BCom Degree in Cost Management or Accounting (or studying towards).
CIMA qualification advantageous.

💼 Professional Experience

Minimum 1–2 years’ relevant experience.
SAP R/3 essential, with strong knowledge of SAP CONTROLLING modules.

📌 Key Responsibilities

Analyse and attribute variable and fixed costs to respective accounts.
Track and maintain standard vs. actual costs and moving average costs.
Conduct product profit margin analysis (sales revenue vs. cost of sales).
Ensure accuracy of plant product cost criteria (materials, labour, overheads).
Prepare regular reports for internal stakeholders.
Maintain annual standard calculations for material, labour, and overhead.
Assist with internal and external audits (sales orders, purchase orders, expense reports, inventory transactions).
Participate in annual physical inventory and reconcile fluctuations.
Perform inventory/cost of sales account reconciliations.
Provide financial controlling support to unit managers.
Budget planning, monitoring, cost accounting, and cost calculation.
Complete monthly reporting for rail, truck, and group requirements.
Manage and report on Capex investments.

🛠 Skills Required

Strong analytical and investigative ability.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work under strict deadlines.
Excellent communication skills.
Punctual and reliable.

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