Cost Accountant (Contract)

 

Recruiter:

Network Contracting

Job Ref:

NCM000459/RLo

Date posted:

Thursday, November 17, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

40000 Monthly


SUMMARY:
Vacancy Reference Number: [NCM000459/RLO]

Immediately available and looking at contractual work as a foothold back in the market?

JOB DESCRIPTION:


A well - established company in the manufacturing industry is now on the lookout to launch the costing department and implement strategies and structures. The ideal individual for this 6month contract role will have a solid background with modeling and manage all various cost measures.

The ideal individual for this role will be well rounded with the costing niche, therefore someone with the ability to take challenges head-on.

The key responsibilities for this role will include:
  • BOM
  • WIP
  • Costing standards
  • Labour costing
  • Variance analysis
  • Cost Modelling
  • Management
As you will be responsible for hitting the ground running prior experience is essential. You will also be directly involved with the full costing function including standard costing, overhead absorption as well as inventory control.

The requirements:
Qualification:
  • Completed B. Com accounting degree or B. Tech degree in Cost and Management accounting
  • Completed Honours will be advantageous
  • Completed CMA (Non-Negotiable)
Experience:
  • 6+ years’ experience in a costing role
Skills Required:
  • Syspro experience is essential
  • Deadline driven
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