Job Summary
Job Title: Cost and Management AccountantLocation: Cape Town, South Africa
Industry: Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) /Food
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, based on qualifications and experience
Job Summary:
Hire Resolve is seeking a skilled Cost and Management Accountant to join our client's fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and analyzing financial data to support business decision-making and improve cost efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, including cost analysis and variances
- Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve profitability
- Monitor and control product costs, including raw materials, production costs, and labor costs
- Provide management with insightful financial analysis and recommendations to drive business growth
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes
- Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations and best practices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize operational efficiency
- Participate in strategic planning and goal setting activities
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Professional certification such as AGA, CIMA, or CA preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Cost and Management Accountant in the FMCG industry
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in financial analysis tools and software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations
- Experience with SAP or other ERP systems is a plus
If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about driving financial performance in a dynamic FMCG environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in our pursuit of excellence and innovation in the world of fast-moving consumer goods.
Send your CV to: Financial.careers@hireresolve.za.com
(USE THE SUBJECT LINE - COST ACCOUNTANT CAPE TOWN)
Should you not hear from us in 3 days, please note that we will keep your CV on file for future opportunities that may arise.
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Specialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.
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