Junior Cost Accountant

SUMMARY:
DBN000155: JUNIOR COST ACCOUNTANT (GROBLERSDAL)

Purpose of the Job:
Assisting the finance team by gathering, analysing, and interpreting cost data to manage expenses and enhance profitability.
Pretoria to Groblersdal - 163km apart

Required Qualifications:

1. Tertiary qualifications in Accounting (BCom / Diploma)
2. CIMA an advantage
3. MS Office
4. SAGE or similar program experience
5. Min 3 years in Cost Accounting role.

POSITION INFO:
Technical Competencies & Experience:

1. Prepare and deliver reports that highlight cost variances and recommend corrective actions.
2. Track inventory levels, perform routine audits, and resolve any discrepancies
3. Pinpoint opportunities for cost reduction and collaborate with the operations team to implement efficiency initiatives.
4. Remain informed on industry trends, regulatory changes, and evolving best practices in cost accounting.
5. Reconcile tonnage dispatched with invoiced quantities at month-end to ensure accurate reporting.
6. Support the planning, coordination, and completion of stock counts.
7. Ensure accurate stock costing aligned with daily manufacturing activities

1. Process Driven
2. Computer Literate
3. Self-motivated
4. Excellent Communication
5. Proactive Thinking