40 Cost Control jobs in South Africa

Our client, a listed multinational manufacturing company in South Africa, is looking for a Cost & Management Accountant to provide overview & analysis of Cost of Sales & Gross Contributions Stats at Business Unit level, as well as assist with Sales related projects & complete ad-hoc feasibility projects. This is an EE position, therefore preference will be given to African & Coloured applicants.

Key Performance Areas:

• Participate in organisational strategy management from a financial management perspective
• Provide financial analysis & support to management & all operational areas of the business
• Maintain & update accounting system
• Prepare & review details product costing for all new parts
• Analyse all current parts & make recommendations for the financial recovery on distressed parts
• Calculate & propose potential price increases
• Provide indicative “what-if” costings and impact on profitability for: New Product Generation and Specification to existing products.
• Work closely with technical team to ensure integrity of the control sheet.
• Provide meaningful profitability information and recommend ways to optimise customer profitability and project profitability for new business.
• Recover margin in underperforming categories by highlighting commercial impact (margin enhancement vs volume opportunity) and assist in strategic decision making.
• Support the Business Development Managers in the use of system tools regarding costing and profitability.
• Create a platform within quarterly profitability review to evaluate the success of project post launch review, providing insight and learnings which can be taken into future launches.
• Weekly tracking of costings done to create visibility of projects in order to manage workload with projects and customer focus teams.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Commerce / Diploma in Financial Accounting
• 3 years' experience in a management accounting role
• Automotive & Manufacturing experience

Our client, a national manufacturing concern, needs your experience and expertise to provide an overview and analysis of COS and Gross Contributions Stats at division level, as well as assist with Sales-related and adhoc feasibility projects.

The Person:

• B.Com Degree in Cost & Management Accounting or equivalent.
• Min. 2 to 3 years’ experience in a management accounting role.
• Automotive Industry and Manufacturing environment experience essential.

• Participate in organisational Strategy management from a financial management perspective.

• Provide financial analysis and support to management and all operational areas.
• Maintain and update accounting system (ERP: LX).
• Ensure compliance with internal control.

• Prepare and review detailed product costing analysis.
• Analyse all current stock and make recommendations for the financial recovery on distressed stock.
• Calculate and propose potential price increases.
• Review GP percentage of individual BOM’s and identify distress stock.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

• Provide indicative “what-if” costings and impact on profitability for: New Product Generation and Specification to existing products.
• Ensure most current costs are used when calculating profitability.
• Effectively communicate and present findings as well as recommendations to the Commercial Manager, Business Development Manager, Technical team and the rest of the cross-functional team.

• Provide meaningful profitability information and recommend ways to optimise OEM profitability and project profitability for new business.
• Recover margin in under-performing categories by highlighting commercial impact (margin enhancement vs volume opportunity) and assist in strategic decision-making.
• Support the Business Development Managers in the use of system tools regarding costing and profitability.
• Support Commercial Manager in considering product rationalisation, mix comparisons and other business improvement opportunities.
• Attend customer and commercial meetings to provide insight into ongoing projects and commercial items.

• Create a platform within quarterly profitability review to evaluate the success of project post launch review, providing insight and learnings which can be taken into future launches.
• Develop suitable standard of commercial reports that will provide insight, stimulate further discussion, and assist in decision-making across RFQ patch.
• Work closely with IT to automate reporting where possible.
• Weekly tracking of costings done to create visibility of projects.

• Good sense of structure, processes and controls.
• Experience in managing/supervising staff.
• Good grasp of Brilliant Basics.
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities.
• Demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Manage colleagues and client’s expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets.
• Participate and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.

R612 000.00 per annum (cost to company)

Our client, a listed multinational manufacturing company in South Africa, is looking for a Cost & Management Accountant to provide overview & analysis of Cost of Sales & Gross Contributions Stats at Business Unit level, as well as assist with Sales related projects & complete ad-hoc feasibility projects. This is an EE position, therefore preference will be given to African & Coloured applicants.

Key Performance Areas:

• Participate in organisational strategy management from a financial management perspective
• Provide financial analysis & support to management & all operational areas of the business
• Maintain & update accounting system
• Prepare & review details product costing for all new parts
• Analyse all current parts & make recommendations for the financial recovery on distressed parts
• Calculate & propose potential price increases
• Provide indicative “what-if” costings and impact on profitability for: New Product Generation and Specification to existing products.
• Work closely with technical team to ensure integrity of the control sheet.
• Provide meaningful profitability information and recommend ways to optimise customer profitability and project profitability for new business.
• Recover margin in underperforming categories by highlighting commercial impact (margin enhancement vs volume opportunity) and assist in strategic decision making.
• Support the Business Development Managers in the use of system tools regarding costing and profitability.
• Create a platform within quarterly profitability review to evaluate the success of project post launch review, providing insight and learnings which can be taken into future launches.
• Weekly tracking of costings done to create visibility of projects in order to manage workload with projects and customer focus teams.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Commerce / Diploma in Financial Accounting
• 3 years' experience in a management accounting role
• Automotive & Manufacturing experience

About the job Accountant: Cost Management

Accountant: Cost Management

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., CIMA) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle.
• Frequent travel to 3 sites is a requirement of the position.

• Team Leadership :
  • Manage, mentor, and develop a team of assistant accountants and inventory controllers to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Cost Analysis :
  • Conduct detailed cost analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and provide actionable insights to management.
• Forecasting :
  • Lead the forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with company goals.
• Financial Reporting :
  • Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports to senior management, highlighting key cost drivers and variances.
• Process Improvement :
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Compliance :
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Controls :
  • Implement accurate control measures.

Job Title: Cost and Management Accountant

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Industry: Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) /Food

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive, based on qualifications and experience

Job Summary:

Hire Resolve is seeking a skilled Cost and Management Accountant to join our client's fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and analyzing financial data to support business decision-making and improve cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, including cost analysis and variances
- Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve profitability
- Monitor and control product costs, including raw materials, production costs, and labor costs
- Provide management with insightful financial analysis and recommendations to drive business growth
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes
- Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations and best practices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize operational efficiency
- Participate in strategic planning and goal setting activities

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Professional certification such as AGA, CIMA, or CA preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Cost and Management Accountant in the FMCG industry
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in financial analysis tools and software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations
- Experience with SAP or other ERP systems is a plus

If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about driving financial performance in a dynamic FMCG environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in our pursuit of excellence and innovation in the world of fast-moving consumer goods.

Send your CV to:

(USE THE SUBJECT LINE - COST ACCOUNTANT CAPE TOWN)

Should you not hear from us in 3 days, please note that we will keep your CV on file for future opportunities that may arise.

• Develop and maintain robust cost accounting systems and procedures.
• Analyze cost variances and provide detailed management reports.
• Monitor operational and manufacturing costs, identifying opportunities for cost efficiency.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and performance reports.
• Participate in month-end closing activities, including inventory valuation.
• Conduct profitability analysis across products, services, and business units.
• Collaborate with supply chain and operations to align financial data with business strategy.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.

• BCom in Finance (or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years accounting experience, preferably in a multinational or manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with foreign creditors, FX revaluations, and inter-company reconciliations
• Strong understanding of tax submissions and general ledger reconciliations
• Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and maintain compliance with financial policies

• Perform cost accumulation tasks
• Analyze and report on variances
• Prepare budgeting reports
• Conduct financial analysis
• Assist in month-end close process

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Proven experience in Cost and Management Accounting
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in accounting software - SAGE
• Excellent communication skills
• CLEAN CREDIT & CRIMINAL RECORD - will be verified

Join a multinational company situated in Johannesburg.

Main Responsibilities in the manufacturing department are: (Detailed spec will be shared with qualified candidates)

• Lead the financial planning and budgeting process
• Lead the financial planning and budgeting process for total business overheads
• Ensure the timely uploads of monthly sales information into the global reporting system
• Monthly Headcount Reporting (FTEs) to regional controllers
• Provide the consumption quantities for all raw materials used in the monthly manufacturing process
• Provide journals for posting, including reallocations and monthly/annual accruals for the manufacturing division
• Continuous tracking and monitoring of the capital expenditure budget
• Implement and maintain robust cost control measures
• Cost optimization and process improvements within manufacturing operations
• Manufacturing division “dashboard” and Profit & Loss report
• Submission of “Capex by Projects”

• Prepare annual Cost of Production calculations
• Maintain the costing of the Bill of Materials (BOMs) annually
• Maintain the costing views for all new material requisitions
• Maintain data tables relating to purchasing info records
• Review purchasing info records and standard costs
• Detailed understanding of the drivers of material price variances
• Maintenance of the Price Set Tables (PST) and “ASP tool”

• Bachelor’s Degree in finance/CIMA (preferred)
• 5 – 8 years in Controlling at a large multinational
• Highly proficient in Excel

TBD

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to manage the Contracts and Cost Management Section, ensuring a consistent and professional approach to the delivery of construction projects and programmes that are on time, within scope and in line with quality, risk and cost requirements at the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Lead the Contracts and Cost Management Section, ensuring a consistent and professional approach to the delivery of construction projects and programmes within time, scope, quality, risks and cost.
• Oversee construction project and programme contracts and costs to ensure finances and contracts are well managed.
• Develop and maintain the contract and cost management strategies in line with the corporate real estate procurement strategies and best practices, ensuring continuous improvement in all processes.
• Contribute to the development of the division's operational plan and manage the implementation thereof in the Contracts and Cost Management Section.
• Develop and implement the operational plan for the Contracts and Cost Management Section.
• Define, embed and manage the implementation of contracts and cost controls as well as governance practices for construction projects and programmes.
• Develop and guide the implementation of contract and cost management frameworks and processes for construction projects and programmes, and facilitate effective governance structures.
• Act as the custodian of corporate real estate contracts and cost management, serving as the central point of contact for project and programme governance, documentation, information and stakeholder management.
• Fulfil the line management function pertaining to the development and performance of the Contracts and Cost Management team.
• Report on progress related to the contracts and costs of construction projects and programmes, ensuring alignment with prioritisation plans, management of information, financial and contracts reporting and resource planning.
• Oversee financial reporting while ensuring that the projects and programmes comply with corporate financial, risk and contract processes.
• Oversee the management of cross-programme dependencies to ensure that construction projects and programmes are prioritised in accordance with the approved budget.
• Manage the development of contract and cost close-out reports as well as lessons learnt reports.
• Oversee internal and external stakeholder relationships relating to the management of corporate real estate.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainable practices into core business functions.