Cost Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR008669/NC

Date posted:

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

550000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Forge the Numbers. Fuel the Factory

POSITION INFO:

Company and Job Description:

A leading manufacturing business in the metals industry is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join their finance team. This is a role for someone who understands that in manufacturing, every unit produced, every yield percentage, and every stock movement matters.
The successful candidate will operate at the intersection of finance and production, ensuring accurate costing, disciplined inventory control, and reliable reporting to support operational decision-making. This position is highly operational, requiring hands-on involvement with production orders in Syspro and close coordination of stock counts to ensure inventory accuracy.
This is an environment that values curiosity, initiative, and a genuine passion for manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Process and manage production orders in Syspro
Ensure accuracy of inventory quantities and coordinate stock counts
Perform inventory reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Calculate product costs and analyse manufacturing variances
Prepare and review cost reports for management
Monitor and manage production yields to improve efficiency and reduce waste
Maintain strong inventory controls to support reliable financial reporting
Identify costing anomalies and recommend process improvements
Support operational planning through accurate cost data

Job Experience and Skills Required

Proven experience in a manufacturing or plant-based environment is essential
Strong cost accounting experience, including variance analysis
Solid understanding of manufacturing cost structures
Exposure to Bill of Materials (BOM) systems advantageous
Strong knowledge of yield management and inventory control
Syspro experience preferred
Excellent numerical ability and strong attention to detail
Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently
Passion for manufacturing and continuous improvement

If you are ready to step into a role where numbers directly influence production performance and operational success, apply today.

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