Cost Accountant

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Cost Control Manager, this role is instrumental in driving strategic initiatives, ensuring operational efficiency, and supporting business growth through financial insights. You will work closely with management and operational teams to enhance financial performance, optimize processes, and ensure compliance.

Strategy Implementation: Partner with Management Team to guide strategic direction, monitor strategy execution, and support new product development with accurate costing and pricing strategies.

Cost-Effectiveness Projects: Lead initiatives to improve cost efficiency, including conducting feasibility studies to assess financial and operational impacts.

Operational Efficiency: Track key performance indicators (KPIs), analyse production variances, and work with various departments to achieve targets while managing financial risks and opportunities.

Process Optimisation: Continuously optimize and develop new processes to improve quality, profitability, and operational reliability, while ensuring strict compliance with internal controls.

Budget Planning: Actively participate in the annual budget process, aligning budgets with strategic objectives and preparing data-driven insights.

Budget Compliance: Collaborate with Heads of Department to ensure budget adherence and provide actionable insights for better financial management.

Profile

• ACCA qualified or equivalent accounting certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, financial forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Assertive and self-starter

What we offer:

Attractive package will commensurate with

qualifications and track record

Medical Cover, Group Personal Accident cover

and Pension Fund