Description:
Career Opportunity: Cost Accountant & BI Analyst
Job Title: Cost Accountant & BI Analyst
Location: Montagu / Strand, Western Cape
Industry: FMCG / Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Reports To: Head of Finance / Senior Business Leadership
Application Closing Date: 30 January 2026
Are you a commercially astute Cost Accountant with strong business intelligence and data analytics capability, looking to make a meaningful impact within a large FMCG manufacturing environment?
A well-established and reputable FMCG / Food & Beverage organisation is seeking a Cost Accountant & BI Analyst to support operational performance, product costing accuracy, and data-driven decision-making across multiple manufacturing sites in the Western Cape.
This hybrid role combines cost accounting , inventory and margin analysis , and business intelligence reporting , offering exposure to both finance leadership and operational stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance
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Implement and maintain standard costing for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
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Perform full absorption costing and maintain cost recovery rates.
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Prepare product costings, margin analysis, and NPD support.
-
Manage inventory valuation, accuracy, and reporting.
-
Maintain BOM structures and monitor waste and yield variances.
-
Prepare manufacturing cost reports and support month-end close.
-
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and CAPEX-related costing.
-
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
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Design, develop, and maintain BI dashboards and reports.
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Build and manage data models and ETL processes from multiple sources.
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Collaborate with stakeholders to define KPIs and reporting requirements.
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Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and governance across BI platforms.
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Optimise BI solutions for performance and scalability.
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Provide BI support and reporting insights to finance and operational teams.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification:
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Bachelor’s degree in Cost & Management Accounting, Financial Management, Data Analytics, or related field
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CIMA qualification (or working towards) advantageous
Experience:
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3–5 years’ experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in business intelligence or data analytics
Skills & Competencies:
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Advanced Excel proficiency
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ERP systems experience (manufacturing environment advantageous)
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BI tools experience (Qlik Sense and/or Power BI advantageous)
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Knowledge of data integration, governance, and reporting best practices
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Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are open to working or relocating within the Western Cape:
📧 Email: lidene.pienaar@hireresolve.us
🌐 Apply online: www.hireresolve.co.za
📌 Reference: CostAcct_BI_WC_2026
Applications close 30 January 2026
Please deem your application as unsuccessful should you not hear back within 3-5 Business Days. Our Consultants should reach out once we have a better suited role available for your experience and skillset.
Requirements:
Career Opportunity: Cost Accountant & BI Analyst
Job Title: Cost Accountant & BI Analyst
Location: Montagu / Strand, Western Cape
Industry: FMCG / Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Reports To: Head of Finance / Senior Business Leadership
Application Closing Date: 30 January 2026
Are you a commercially astute Cost Accountant with strong business intelligence and data analytics capability, looking to make a meaningful impact within a large FMCG manufacturing environment?
A well-established and reputable FMCG / Food & Beverage organisation is seeking a Cost Accountant & BI Analyst to support operational performance, product costing accuracy, and data-driven decision-making across multiple manufacturing sites in the Western Cape.
This hybrid role combines cost accounting , inventory and margin analysis , and business intelligence reporting , offering exposure to both finance leadership and operational stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance
-
Implement and maintain standard costing for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
-
Perform full absorption costing and maintain cost recovery rates.
-
Prepare product costings, margin analysis, and NPD support.
-
Manage inventory valuation, accuracy, and reporting.
-
Maintain BOM structures and monitor waste and yield variances.
-
Prepare manufacturing cost reports and support month-end close.
-
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and CAPEX-related costing.
-
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
-
Design, develop, and maintain BI dashboards and reports.
-
Build and manage data models and ETL processes from multiple sources.
-
Collaborate with stakeholders to define KPIs and reporting requirements.
-
Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and governance across BI platforms.
-
Optimise BI solutions for performance and scalability.
-
Provide BI support and reporting insights to finance and operational teams.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification:
-
Bachelor’s degree in Cost & Management Accounting, Financial Management, Data Analytics, or related field
-
CIMA qualification (or working towards) advantageous
Experience:
-
3–5 years’ experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
-
Minimum 2 years’ experience in business intelligence or data analytics
Skills & Competencies:
-
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
-
Advanced Excel proficiency
-
ERP systems experience (manufacturing environment advantageous)
-
BI tools experience (Qlik Sense and/or Power BI advantageous)
-
Knowledge of data integration, governance, and reporting best practices
-
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
-
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are open to working or relocating within the Western Cape:
📧 Email: lidene.pienaar@hireresolve.us
🌐 Apply online: www.hireresolve.co.za
📌 Reference: CostAcct_BI_WC_2026
Applications close 30 January 2026
Please deem your application as unsuccessful should you not hear back within 3-5 Business Days. Our Consultants should reach out once we have a better suited role available for your experience and skillset.
-
Implement and maintain standard costing for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
-
Perform full absorption costing and maintain cost recovery rates.
-
Prepare product costings, margin analysis, and NPD support.
-
Manage inventory valuation, accuracy, and reporting.
-
Maintain BOM structures and monitor waste and yield variances.
-
Prepare manufacturing cost reports and support month-end close.
-
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and CAPEX-related costing.
-
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
-
Design, develop, and maintain BI dashboards and reports.
-
Build and manage data models and ETL processes from multiple sources.
-
Collaborate with stakeholders to define KPIs and reporting requirements.
-
Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and governance across BI platforms.
-
Optimise BI solutions for performance and scalability.
-
Provide BI support and reporting insights to finance and operational teams.
-
Bachelor’s degree in Cost & Management Accounting, Financial Management, Data Analytics, or related field
-
CIMA qualification (or working towards) advantageous
-
3–5 years’ experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
-
Minimum 2 years’ experience in business intelligence or data analytics
-
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
-
Advanced Excel proficiency
-
ERP systems experience (manufacturing environment advantageous)
-
BI tools experience (Qlik Sense and/or Power BI advantageous)
-
Knowledge of data integration, governance, and reporting best practices
-
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
-
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment