Factory Accountant

SUMMARY:
Numbers, stock, costing, and the factory floor. If you're a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys turning operational data into meaningful business insight, this opportunity is for you.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a leading South African manufacturer supplying products across multiple industries and markets. Based at the manufacturing plant, this role reports directly to the Management Accountant and plays a key role in ensuring accurate costing, stock control, financial reporting, and operational finance support.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Accountant looking to deepen their manufacturing finance expertise within a fast-paced SAP environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage product costing and cost analysis
• Monitor and reconcile inventory and stock movements
• Support month-end reporting and variance analysis
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
• Analyse production efficiencies and manufacturing costs
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and controls
• Support financial reporting and operational decision-making
• Drive continuous improvements in financial processes and controls

• BCom Accounting, Finance, or related qualification
• CIMA (Completed, in progress, or strong intention to pursue)
• 3+ years' finance experience within manufacturing
• Strong costing and stock management experience essential
• SAP experience is highly advantageous
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical ability with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable engaging with both finance and operational teams

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