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Cost Accountant

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Kraaifontein Full-day Full-time

Description:

Company and Job Description:
This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned cost accounting professional who thrives in a data-driven environment and has deep, hands-on experience with Activity-Based Costing (ABC) and Bills of Materials (BOMs). The successful candidate will play a key role in driving cost visibility, margin optimisation, and informed decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, maintain, and improve Activity-Based Costing (ABC) models to ensure accurate cost allocation across products, categories, and channels
  • Perform detailed cost and margin analysis to support pricing strategies and profitability reporting
  • Develop, review, and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for retail products
  • Ensure product costings reflect raw materials, labour, overheads, and logistics costs
  • Prepare and monitor cost budgets and forecasts
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to support new product launches, promotions, and range reviews Job Experience and Skills Required:).
    • BCom degree in Accounting, Finance, or Cost & Management Accounting
    • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a Cost Accountant or similar role
    • Proven, hands-on experience with Activity-Based Costing (ABC)
    • Strong exposure to Bills of Materials (BOMs) and product costing
    • Experience within the retail, FMCG, or consumer-driven environment highly advantageousApply now!


23 Jan 2026;   from: gumtree.co.za

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