Cost Accountant

SUMMARY:
If you’re the kind of Accountant who doesn’t just track stock, but wants to know where it went, this one’s for you. This role is for someone who enjoys being close to operations, asking uncomfortable questions, and tightening processes where it actually matters — on the floor, not just in reports.

POSITION INFO:
This organisation operates in the FMCG manufacturing and distribution space, where margins are tight, volumes are high, and stock accuracy is non-negotiable. The Cost Accountant plays a critical role in managing stock control, improving operational efficiencies, and reducing losses by working closely with site leadership and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full stock control function to minimise losses and variances
• Perform daily stock reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Analyse costs per product and maintain accurate cost accounting methods
• Identify waste, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities
• Compile financial journals and monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure adherence to and continuous improvement of stock-related SOPs
• Support annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting at the depot/site level
• Review route viability and cost-to-serve calculations with sales teams
• Perform cashbook reconciliations and month-end depot closures
• Analyse expenses and variances against budget with recommendations
• Maintain full financial reporting and depot balancing
• Supervise depot admin staff and oversee depot stock controls
• Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures at the depot

• Cost Accounting Degree or CIMA qualification
• 3–4 years’ experience in a Cost Accountant role
• 2–4 years’ experience within an FMCG environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills