About the job

• Are you a meticulous and results-driven Cost and Management Accountant with a passion for efficiency, accuracy, and strategic insights? We’re looking for you !
• A leading JSE-listed manufacturer based in Pretoria West with operations across Africa and a strong presence in global market is expanding their Pretoria team, they are looking for a Cost and Management Accountant to join their team.

Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of the manufacture order process, driving material and labour costing from initiation to execution
• Oversee Work-in-Progress (WIP) management, ensuring seamless ERP transaction flow, physical movement, and stock accuracy
• Lead and improve perpetual stock count processes across warehouse environments
• Conduct Quoted vs Actual Cost analyses and monitor gross profit margins for ongoing improvements
• Manage the Finished Goods Contingency Warehouse to maintain optimal stock levels
• Drive final project costing reviews, ensuring project profitability and reporting accuracy
• Act as a key liaison between Finance and Operations, streamlining processes and resolving queries effectively
• Recommend and implement cost-saving strategies and operational efficiencies
• Support statutory submissions, including calculations and reconciliations
• Finalize monthly reconciliations in coordination with the finance team
• Assist with internal and external audits, providing required documentation and resolving issues
• Take ownership of various ad-hoc financial projects and functions

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Cost Accounting / Management Accounting / Finance
• Minimum 3 – 5 years’ relevant experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Strong SAP experience