Cost and Management Accountant (REF : IVP-FIN-2504)
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Ivanplats (Pty) Ltd , a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world‑class palladium‑rhodium‑nickel‑copper‑gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. The project will be exploited using large mechanised state‑of‑the‑art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to develop this "mine of the future". Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply for the vacancies required for the project development.
Qualifications
- BSc / BA in accounting / BTech, finance or similar field
- Relevant certification (e.g., CMA or CGMA) will be preferred
- Registration with CASA
Experience
Proven experience as management accountant, accounting supervisor or similar role5 – 7 years in a similar role at a mine operationBasic and advanced management accounting principles and practicesCost accounting and reportingRisk analysis, budgeting and forecastingFinancial software and MS Office (CAM / JDE)Analytical mind with aptitude in mathExcellent communication and presentation skillsOrganisational and leadership skillsA problem‑solver with attention to detailAdvanced Excel skillsResponsibilities
During the budget season each year, prepare budget templates and distribute to all budget holders for completionRespond to budget holders' queries and assist them with the completion of their budget templates, timeliness and accuracyAnalyse labour cost based on labour plan and headcount from HR and Payroll for incorporation into section budgetConsolidate all completed budget templates from all budget holders across the company into the specific budget assigned (OPEX or CAPEX), in conjunction with management accountants, and send to the Finance manager to consolidate into a total company budget for shareholder approvalOnce shareholder approval is received, load budget onto the JDE system by 1 January each yearSupervise, quality‑assure and synthesise the work of the accountants and reportingServe as the first point of contact for Ivanplats Management Accounting departmentAnalyse financial and resource trends and variance in cost and budget per section and per budget holder and cost codeContribute to the month‑end process and financial period closure, including processing of accrualsCalculating inventory and finished product valuations and accounting treatment thereofCollecting and interpreting non‑financial production data to contribute to the reporting requirements from stakeholdersGive expert input into the Management Discussion Analysis Commentary accompanying reports, together with budget holdersOversee and quality‑assure contributions to the reporting process as compiled by the Senior Officer or operational / plant accountantProactively recommend process and systems improvements based on trends and inefficiencies identifiedAnalyse trends, anticipate issues and ensure contingency plans are in placeLeverage technology to automate, integrate and digitise management accounting systems; ensure system integrityIdentify innovative ways to improve business practices, processes and synergies to save costs, increase efficiencies and improve service deliveryConduct benchmarking to stay abreast of competitive best practiceProvide daily consulting support and services to budget holders and end users, understanding business needs and customising actionable solutions, tools and resourcesBenchmark financial systems and practices against global best practices and advise on improvement opportunitiesAssist end users and budget holders in allocation of correct cost centres and cost codes per order, and recommend budget shifts where relevant and necessary, for purchase orders and inventory requestsOversee and quality‑assure the accountants, cost controller in functioning as a management accounting subject matter expertCollaborate with sister departments to achieve the combined outcomes expected from management of these business units and promote alignment throughout the organisationBalance interests of stakeholders, readjusting priorities to respond to pressing and changing demandsManage stakeholder relationships and quality of service delivery to ensure successful overall business resultsProvide reports on budget usage, control expenditure allocation and identify process improvements to contain and reduce costsEnsure complete, timely and accurate reporting with appropriate escalationAnalyse information and reports to identify trends, discrepancies and inconsistencies for decision‑making purposesUse systems optimally for data management and give input for system improvement and streamliningEnsure compliance with policies, work standards and governance requirementsApplications must be forwarded to on or before the closing date. The company will NOT consider applications received after the closing date.
Closing date : 03 November 2025
Preference will be given to South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding Ivanplats Platreef mine. Applications are only open to South African Citizens and Permanent RSA Residents.
NB : The subject line should clearly state the complete Job title and Reference Number.
Should you not hear from the Company within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior levelEmployment type
Full‑timeJob function
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