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Cost Controller

R 29 167 - R 35 000 a month
Empire Recruitment
East London Full-day Full-time

Description:

Now Hiring: Cost ControllerIndustry: ManufacturingAre you a detail-oriented financial professional with a passion for precision and performance? Our manufacturing client is seeking a Cost Controller to join their dynamic finance team and take ownership of cost management, variance analysis, and profitability tracking.This role plays a vital part in supporting strategic decisions by providing accurate cost insights and driving operational efficiency across the business.
    • Key Responsibilities:
      • Develop and maintain accurate standard costing models
      • Analyse cost structures, identify variances, and propose corrective actions
      • Monitor manufacturing costs, including labour, materials, and overheads
      • Partner with operations and production teams to align cost controls with factory performance
      • Prepare and present cost reports, forecasts, and budget reviews to management
      • Conduct regular inventory valuations, including WIP and finished goods
      • Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and accounting standards
      • Identify opportunities for cost-saving and improved resource allocation
      Requirements:
      • Degree in Finance, Cost Accounting, or Management Accounting
      • Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a cost control or management accounting role, preferably in manufacturing
      • Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail
      • Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Syspro, or similar)
      • Solid understanding of costing methodologies, budgeting, and variance analysis
      • Ability to communicate complex data in a clear and actionable manner
      • A proactive, solutions-driven mindset
      This is an exceptional opportunity to add value in a fast-paced environment, optimising costs and shaping financial performance from the ground up.

      Take control of your career today – apply now and let’s build your future.

      #CostController #FinanceJobs #ManufacturingCareers #CostAccounting #EmpireRecruitment #BuildingYourFuture

Requirements:

    • Key Responsibilities:
      • Develop and maintain accurate standard costing models
      • Analyse cost structures, identify variances, and propose corrective actions
      • Monitor manufacturing costs, including labour, materials, and overheads
      • Partner with operations and production teams to align cost controls with factory performance
      • Prepare and present cost reports, forecasts, and budget reviews to management
      • Conduct regular inventory valuations, including WIP and finished goods
      • Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and accounting standards
      • Identify opportunities for cost-saving and improved resource allocation
      Requirements:
      • Degree in Finance, Cost Accounting, or Management Accounting
      • Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a cost control or management accounting role, preferably in manufacturing
      • Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail
      • Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Syspro, or similar)
      • Solid understanding of costing methodologies, budgeting, and variance analysis
      • Ability to communicate complex data in a clear and actionable manner
      • A proactive, solutions-driven mindset
      This is an exceptional opportunity to add value in a fast-paced environment, optimising costs and shaping financial performance from the ground up.

      Take control of your career today – apply now and let’s build your future.

      #CostController #FinanceJobs #ManufacturingCareers #CostAccounting #EmpireRecruitment #BuildingYourFuture
  • Key Responsibilities:
    • Develop and maintain accurate standard costing models
    • Analyse cost structures, identify variances, and propose corrective actions
    • Monitor manufacturing costs, including labour, materials, and overheads
    • Partner with operations and production teams to align cost controls with factory performance
    • Prepare and present cost reports, forecasts, and budget reviews to management
    • Conduct regular inventory valuations, including WIP and finished goods
    • Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and accounting standards
    • Identify opportunities for cost-saving and improved resource allocation
    Requirements:
    • Degree in Finance, Cost Accounting, or Management Accounting
    • Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a cost control or management accounting role, preferably in manufacturing
    • Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail
    • Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Syspro, or similar)
    • Solid understanding of costing methodologies, budgeting, and variance analysis
    • Ability to communicate complex data in a clear and actionable manner
    • A proactive, solutions-driven mindset
    This is an exceptional opportunity to add value in a fast-paced environment, optimising costs and shaping financial performance from the ground up.

    Take control of your career today – apply now and let’s build your future.

    #CostController #FinanceJobs #ManufacturingCareers #CostAccounting #EmpireRecruitment #BuildingYourFuture
  • Develop and maintain accurate standard costing models
  • Analyse cost structures, identify variances, and propose corrective actions
  • Monitor manufacturing costs, including labour, materials, and overheads
  • Partner with operations and production teams to align cost controls with factory performance
  • Prepare and present cost reports, forecasts, and budget reviews to management
  • Conduct regular inventory valuations, including WIP and finished goods
  • Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and accounting standards
  • Identify opportunities for cost-saving and improved resource allocation
  • Degree in Finance, Cost Accounting, or Management Accounting
  • Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a cost control or management accounting role, preferably in manufacturing
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail
  • Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Syspro, or similar)
  • Solid understanding of costing methodologies, budgeting, and variance analysis
  • Ability to communicate complex data in a clear and actionable manner
  • A proactive, solutions-driven mindset
26 May 2025;   from: careers24.com

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