Cost Accountant (Zero-based Budgeting)

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr004135/EHo

Date posted:

Sunday, July 26, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

400000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Great Cost Accountants don't just tell you what something costs. They tell you why. Why margins are shrinking. Why production costs are climbing. Why one product makes money while another quietly doesn't. If you're the person who enjoys digging beneath the numbers, challenging assumptions and helping a business become more profitable, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a well-established manufacturing company based in Johannesburg East, where every production run, every raw material and every costing decision has a direct impact on the bottom line. They're looking for a Cost & Financial Accountant who enjoys balancing operational finance with commercial insight. This is a role for someone who loves understanding how a manufacturing business works, from the factory floor to the financial statements and isn't afraid to question the numbers when something doesn't add up. You'll play a key role in ensuring accurate product costing, supporting month-end reporting and providing the financial insights that help the business make smarter decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage product costing and maintain accurate costing models
Perform cost analysis, variance reporting and zero-based costing
Prepare month-end journals, reconciliations and financial reports
Support month-end and year-end close processes
Prepare management accounts and financial analysis
Monitor inventory valuation and manufacturing costs
Partner with production teams to improve cost efficiencies
Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning
Maintain strong financial controls and support audit requirements

Job Experience and Skills:

BCom Degree
CIMA qualified or actively studying towards CIMA
4+ years' experience in Cost and Financial Accounting
Knowledge of zero-based costing / budgeting
Manufacturing industry experience is essential
SAP experience is essential
SYSPRO experience will be advantageous
Strong analytical ability with excellent Excel skills and attention to detail

Apply today and help turn every rand spent into smarter business decisions!

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