Financial & Cost Accountant

Industry: Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing

Job category: Accounting, Auditing

Location: Ceres

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

We’re looking for a dynamic, analytical, and detail-driven Financial & Cost Accountant to join our high-performing Finance team! In this pivotal role, you’ll go beyond traditional accounting — helping to uncover insights, optimize costs, and support strategic decisions that shape the future of our business.

• Oversee core financial accounting functions and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with monthly and annual financial reporting.
• Support the annual audit and budget processes.
• Monitor and review financial controls and ensure adherence to company policies.
• Provide financial insights to the Financial Manager for decision-making.

• Develop and maintain costing models for fruit packing operations.
• Perform detailed cost analysis and reporting for packing activities.
• Ensuring with the relevant role players a robust control environment for all packing materials.
• Maintain accurate packing material costings and monitor cost variances related to packaging usage and procurement.
• Collaborate with operational teams to implement cost-saving measures.
• Prepare productivity and efficiency reports (daily/weekly/monthly).
• Support the implementation and optimization of systems and costing tools.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a professional qualification (CA, SAIPA, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in financial accounting and cost accounting (preferably in agriculture, manufacturing, or FMCG).
• Previous costing experience is essential; further studies in costing such as CIMA will be an advantage.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems and costing modules will be advantageous.
• Solid understanding of financial regulations and standards and statutory regulations (e.g., VAT).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and Afrikaans.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Own reliable transport.