Cost accountant

Network Finance · Recruiting & Staffing · Executive Search · Bachelor's Degree · Microsoft Excel · 18 days ago

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Salary

≈ $30k – $63k per year (Estimated)

Location

In office (South Africa)

Seniority

Senior · 5+ years exp

Employment

Full-Time

First seen by Alion on Oct 18, 2026. Network Finance scores C on the Alion truth index.

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Network Finance

Founded in 1987, Network Finance is a specialized recruitment and talent solutions agency operating as a key division of Network Recruitment (part of ADvTECH Group). Headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, the company provides executive search, permanent placement, and contract staffing tailored specifically to the finance, accounting, auditing, taxation, and actuarial sectors. Through its niche industry focus and global network spanning Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, it enables corporate clients and multinational enterprises to source highly qualified financial leaders and Chartered Accountants.

networkfinanceinternational.com · HQ: Johannesburg, South Africa · Executive Search · Recruiting & Staffing · 5000+ employees · Est. 1987

Our client is a market-leading manufacturer focused on driving operational efficiency and sustainable growth. They are looking for a commercially minded Cost Accountant to partner with operational teams and deliver impactful costing and financial insights. This is an exciting opportunity where you'll influence profitability, optimise costs, and partner with operational leadership to drive business performance.

Duties:

Manage standard costing and product costing processes across manufacturing operations
Analyse manufacturing variances, efficiencies, yields, and cost drivers
Monitor inventory valuation, stock controls, and working capital performance
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
Provide financial insights and business partnering support to operational teams

Education and experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting minimum
At least 5 years experience in a similar role
Strong experience in standard costing, inventory management, and variance analysis

Skill:

Advanced Excel skills

SAP experience is essential

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. For more finance jobs, please visit www.networkfinanceinternational.com

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information, contact:

Eshana Sewraj-Ramshat

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