Key Responsibilities

Cost Analysis & Reporting

• Analyse and monitor production and operational costs.
  
• Prepare product costing and margin analysis reports.
  
• Conduct cost variance analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  
• Assist with pricing reviews and profitability analysis.
  
• Support landed cost calculations and imported stock costing.
  
• Prepare management reports and financial insights for decision-making.
  

Stock Management

• Perform monthly stock reconciliations and inventory analysis.
  
• Monitor stock adjustments, losses, and inventory variances.
  
• Support cycle counts and inventory control processes.
  
• Work with operations teams to improve inventory accuracy and reduce waste.
  

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
  
• Develop productivity and costing models.
  
• Analyse labour and machinery efficiency trends.
  
• Provide scenario modelling and financial impact analysis.
  

Collaboration & Compliance

• Work closely with Procurement and Finance teams to assess margin risks.
  
• Support new product costing and launch feasibility analysis.
  
• Ensure compliance with financial controls, policies, and procedures.
  
• Assist in improving financial processes and reporting systems.
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Relevant B.Com Degree
  
• CIMA qualification advantageous
  

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a cost management accounting role within a manufacturing environment
  
• Experience with imported stock and landed cost models preferred
  

Technical Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  
• ERP systems knowledge
  
• Data analysis and reporting skills
  
• Knowledge of BI tools
  
• Understanding of costing methodologies and inventory management
  

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• High attention to detail and accuracy
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  
• Strong organisational and planning abilities
  
• Proactive and results-driven approach
  
• Ability to collaborate across departments