Cost Accountant

Title / Role: Cost Accountant 

Department: Finance 

Reports to: General Manager / Business Owner 

Location: Boksburg — full-time, on-site. 

Vacancy: Three-month contract with the possibility of permanent employment. Immediate start required. 

• Salary budget: R50,000 per month. 

• Benefits: No pension or medical aid benefits. 

• Working hours: Monday to Thursday, 07:30–16:30; Friday, 07:30–13:30. 

• Company shutdown: 21–31 December. 

Seniority: Not specified by the client. 

Overview: 

The Cost Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring statutory compliance, supporting management reporting and safeguarding the financial integrity of the organisation. The role covers a broad range of accounting, payroll, compliance and operational finance functions. 

Responsibilities: 

1. Daily Duties 

• Maintain financial records and process transactions. 

• Manage cash and banking activities. 

• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable. 

• Maintain compliance and financial controls. 

2. Monthly Duties 

• Complete statutory returns and ensure compliance. 

• Process payroll. 

• Perform bank reconciliations. 

• Prepare month-end journals and adjustments. 

• Prepare management reports. 

• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning. 

• Maintain fixed asset records. 

• Manage inventory accounting. 

3. Quarterly Duties 

• Prepare quarterly financial reports and management packs for senior management review. 

• Conduct detailed general ledger reviews to identify mispostings, unusual balances and errors requiring correction. 

• Review statutory compliance obligations to ensure there are no outstanding submissions or payments. 

• Submit interim EMP501 reconciliations, if required by SARS, and review PAYE and UIF accounts. 

4. Annual Duties 

• Complete year-end close and audit preparation. 

• Complete annual statutory submissions. 

• Prepare the annual budget. 

5. Additional Responsibilities 

• Maintain compliance, controls and governance. 

• Perform financial analysis and reporting. 

• Manage import processing and foreign suppliers. 

• Manage debtors and credit control. 

• Resolve queries and liaise with stakeholders. 

• Perform product costing. 

• Handle SARS matters, registrations and statutory compliance. 

• Administer the Sage system and provide staff training. 

Minimum Requirements: 

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in management or a related field is recommended. 

• Three to five years of experience in the pump industry, including sales and branch management. 

• A minimum of two years of experience managing teams. 

Skills & Competencies 

• Accountability. 

• Effective written and verbal communication. 

• Conflict resolution. 

Physical & Environmental Requirements 

• Ability to stand, walk and move around the site for extended periods. 

• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to drive regularly for business. 

• Ability to work outdoors in hot, sunny and cold conditions. 

• Ability to work in dusty, noisy or industrial environments. 

• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety boots, vests and hearing protection.