Financial & Cost Accountant
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
Key Responsibilities
Financial Accounting
· Oversee core financial accounting functions and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
· Maintain accurate financial records and assist with monthly and annual financial reporting.
· Support the annual audit and budget processes.
· Monitor and review financial controls and ensure adherence to company policies.
· Provide financial insights to the Financial Manager for decision-making.
Cost Accounting
· Develop and maintain costing models for fruit packing operations.
· Perform detailed cost analysis and reporting for packing activities.
· Ensuring with the relevant role players a robust control environment for all packing materials.
· Maintain accurate packing material costings and monitor cost variances related to packaging usage and procurement.
· Collaborate with operational teams to implement cost-saving measures.
· Prepare productivity and efficiency reports (daily/weekly/monthly).
· Support the implementation and optimization of systems and costing tools.
Minimum Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a professional qualification (CA, SAIPA, or equivalent).
· Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in financial accounting and cost accounting (preferably in agriculture, manufacturing, or FMCG).
· Previous costing experience is essential; further studies in costing such as CIMA will be an advantage.
· Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems and costing modules will be advantageous.
· Solid understanding of financial regulations and standards and statutory regulations (e.g., VAT).
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
· Ability to communicate effectively in English and Afrikaans.
· Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
· Own reliable transport.
Minimum requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a professional qualification (CA, SAIPA, or equivalent).
· Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in financial accounting and cost accounting (preferably in agriculture, manufacturing, or FMCG).
· Previous costing experience is essential; further studies in costing such as CIMA will be an advantage.
· Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems and costing modules will be advantageous.
· Solid understanding of financial regulations and standards and statutory regulations (e.g., VAT).
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
· Ability to communicate effectively in English and Afrikaans.
· Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
· Own reliable transport.