Cost Accountant - Cape Town
R
240000-300000
per annum
Cape Town, Western Cape
Cape Town,
Western Cape
more than 14 days ago
20-03-2018 5:50:53 AM
15-05-2018 5:50:53 AM
Have you been dreaming about using your costing knowledge to assist in heading up a brand new costing system? A very dynamic and creative company is providing you with a once in a lifetime opportunity. Be mentored and guided by a Financial Manager in your journey implementing new costing procedures and policies. Take that next step in your career!
Qualification
Cost and Management Accounting Degree / Diploma
Skills & Experience:
Minimum 1-2 years’ experience as a Cost Accountant
Strong Systems knowledge
Job Description:
Actively prepare cost estimates on the briefs received from Sales Representatives and Project Managers.
Hands on allocation of group overheads to various projects.
Ensure the submission of all relevant invoices for payments.
Focus on maintaining all relevant source documents and accounting records for audit trail.
Present cost saving initiatives within projects.
Actively report on project profitability vs budget.
Ensure the approval of purchase orders against the budget and cost estimate.
Make sure to prepare the variance analysis.
Ensure the accurate allocation of time and resources spent on projects.
Provide the capturing of invoices against the various projects in the accounting system.
Focus on ensuring and maintaining reasonable profit margins.