Job role overview

  • Date posted

    July 30, 2026

  • Closing date

    August 30, 2026

  • Hiring location

    KwaZulu-Natal

  • Qualification

    Bachelors

  • Experience

    None

Description

ROLE OVERVIEW: 

  • The Junior Cost Accountant supports accurate costing, reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis to drive informed business decisions.
  • The role focuses on product costing, variance analysis, standard costing, and ERP data integrity, while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and supporting audits, stock control, and month-end reporting.
  • Please note that only candidates who meet all the requirements will be contacted for the opportunity.

We look forward to receiving your application!
Minimum requirements:

  • Degree / Advanced Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting.
  • Strong MS Excel skills (VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables).
  • Must reside in Howick or be willing to relocate.
  • Understanding of ERP Systems.

Duties and responsibilities:
Cost Analysis and Reporting:

  • Prepare product costing and cost reports.
  • Maintain standard costing systems and analyse cost variances.
  • Assist with forecasting, budgeting, and month-end reporting.
  • Support stock counts, asset verification, and inventory analysis.
  • Provide cost analysis and assist with management reporting.

Compliance and Financial Control

  • Maintain accurate financial records and GL reconciliations.
  • Support internal and external audits.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
  • Maintain stock codes and master data.
  • Assist with ad hoc finance and management requests.

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