Cost Accountant

Recruiter:

Fusion Personnel

Job Ref:

JHB005786/Maris

Date posted:

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Location:

East Rand, South Africa

Salary:

30000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Well-established company based on the East Rand seeks a Cost Accountant to join their team!

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

Diploma/Degree in Cost Accounting, Accounting, Finance, or similar.
3–5 years’ cost accounting experience in a fleet or heavy-industry environment.
Experience with vehicle maintenance costing and insurance claims advantageous.
Syspro ERP experience preferred.
Knowledge of VAT, costing principles, and inventory management.

Responsibilities:

Fleet Administration & Compliance

Maintain and update fleet registration (NATIS) documentation and regional compliance records.
Manage vehicle fines, tracker compliance, and cross-border documentation.
Ensure accurate asset and forklift serial number records.

Insurance & Risk Management

Manage full accident and insurance claim processes with brokers.
Update insurance schedules and risk-related SOPs.
Prepare professional written claim summaries and documentation.

Cost Accounting, Analysis & Reporting

Perform PPV analysis, investigate cost discrepancies, and update ERP pricing.
Conduct stock reconciliations, inventory adjustments, and process journals.
Analyse diesel consumption, usage variances, and inventory cycle counts.

Operational & Workshop Support

Support fleet and workshop teams with costing, diesel control, and maintenance reports.
Ensure diesel requisition and workshop processes are correctly documented and followed.

General Administration

Prepare accurate fleet, cost, and inventory reports.
Maintain internal controls, SOPs, policies, and perform ad-hoc duties.

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