Cost Accountant

Description:

My client, a leading FMCG organization with a global footprint is seeking a Cost Accountant to be apart of their dynamic team. The purpose of the Cost Accountant role is to manage the full stock control function and operational efficiencies to mitigate stock losses in collaboration with relevant sites. This position will also be required to work Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays as the business requires

Key Responsibilities

ï§ To provide a cost management service to the management team in respect of deviation reporting along with waste elimination opportunities.
ï§ To determine and manage cost accounting procedures and methods in order to accurately account for costs per product.
ï§ To perform stock reconciliation, reporting and investigation of variances to initiate corrective action on a daily basis
ï§ To ensure accurate recording and reporting of stock information through compilation of financial journals and balance sheet reconciliations on monthly basis.
ï§ To check for adherence to and continuous improvements of Standard Operating Procedures relating to stock control on all site and route locations in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
ï§ To guide and advise Sales Managers regarding route viability and cost to serve by checking their calculations on adhoc bases
ï§ Cashbook Reconciliation
ï§ Month end processing and closure of depot financials
ï§ Budgeting / Forecasting of depot financials
ï§ Expense analysis and reviewing variances against budget with recommendations
ï§ Maintain depot balancing and full financial reporting of the depot
ï§ Supervise Depot Admin team and control the depot stock
ï§ Ensure compliance to the Standard Operating procedures at the Depot

Experience & Qualifications

- 3 to 4 years' experience cost accountant experience
- 2 to 4 years’ experience in an FMCG industry
- Experience in using ERP System eg, GP2010 would be an advantage
- Matric
- CIMA qualification
- Cost Accounting Degree/Diploma