Cost Accountant

The Cost Accountant is responsible for managing end-to-end plant finance operations by overseeing standard costing, BOMs, inventory variances, month end financial reporting, and the broader accounting function.

Responsibilities

• Maintain costing and Bills of Materials in SAGE, ensuring raw materials are properly moved into Work in Progress in the system before production begins.
• Lead weekly and month end WIP recons, monitor production, analyse material and stock variances, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and margin improvement.
• Implement and improve SOPs and internal controls, bridging the gap between physical warehouse movements and Sage data to strengthen financial governance and protect assets.
• Work closely with operations and management teams to improve processes, resolve cost related issues, and support decision making.
• Prepare and submit management accounts, month end reports, and GL recons to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and manage monthly budgets and forecasts to monitor spend, analyse performance, and support future financial planning.

Requirements Tertiary Financial Management / Accounting qualification – CIMA preferred.

3-5 years experience in a similar role preferably in a FMCG, QSR/ Fast food or retail sector.

Sound understanding of the finance function and cost accounting.

Experience with Sage 200 Evolution or similar system.

Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation.