Job title : Senior Cost Accountant
Job Location : Gauteng, Centurion
Deadline : October 12, 2025
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Role Purpose
To lead and support advanced cost accounting functions including expense forecasting, budgeting, cost analysis, and financial reporting. The Senior Cost Accountant will play a pivotal role in guiding decision-making by providing expert insight on cost control mechanisms, financial trends, and compliance, while acting as a key liaison between the business and finance functions.Requirements
BCom in Accounting, Cost and Management Accounting, or Finance (NQF 7).4–6 years’ experience in cost / management accounting, including experience in a financial services or life insurance environment.Strong knowledge of cost allocation models and budgeting processes.Advanced Excel skills; exposure to PowerBI, JDE, IDU, ClickView preferred.Preferred :
CIMA or CA(SA)Listed company experience.Familiarity with procurement systems and cost allocations.Duties & Responsibilities
Cost Management & Analysis
Perform advanced cost analysis to identify risks, inefficiencies, and areas for financial improvement.Lead the monthly and annual budgeting processes, ensuring accuracy, feasibility, and strategic alignment with business objectives.Maintain and improve cost allocation methodologies (e.g., activity-based costing) and ensure allocations are aligned with business structures and legal entities.Drive scenario planning and forecasting to manage financial risks and support strategic planning.Analyse and report on monthly expenditure trends, headcount analysis, and budget variances with actionable insights.Financial Control & Reporting
Oversee monthly and year-end closing processes in collaboration with the Cost Accountant Manager.Ensure integrity of the fixed asset register and general ledger accounts.Maintain cost accounting systems and recommend process improvements.Provide timely, accurate, and insightful financial reports and commentary to support strategic decision-making.Support compliance with JDE, IDU, and procurement system governance and controls.Stakeholder Engagement
Act as a finance business partner to senior leaders and non-financial managers, translating financial data into meaningful insights.Lead the resolution of complex queries from business units, JDE, and procurement processes.Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth financial operations, transparent communication, and strategic alignment.Contribute to finance team development, knowledge sharing, and process documentation.Promote a high-performance culture by modeling leadership behaviors, delivering results, and driving innovation.Competencies
Business acumen & financial insightStrategic thinking & analytical abilityStrong interpersonal and stakeholder management skillsExcellent written and verbal communicationDrive for results & innovationRisk awareness & governanceAbility to work under pressure and manage complexityDeadline : 15th August,2025
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