Cost Controller
- Location
- Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
- Contract
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Bachelor's degree
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This role is for a Cost Controller, offered by Abantu Staffing Solutions, a recruiter. The position is based in Port Elizabeth. **What you will do** * Assist with budgeting for operation * Monitor the performance of operation against budget and RFQs * Maintain equipment database for material handling equipment * Source new suppliers and evaluate against actual performance, including quote comparisons of different suppliers * Review invoices from suppliers and compare to agreed contractual rates * Review purchase orders to creditors against operational requirements, RFQ and budget, and approve/reject * Calculate billing of customer which includes preparing support schedules and processing invoices on Pastel when required * Assist with calculations to quote for adhoc work to customers * Assist with month-end (journals & reporting) * Develop workflow processes and requests on Prisma * Comply with Health & Safety policies and procedures * Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly * Participate in Health & Safety training and awareness programs to maintain competence * Follow safe work practices and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required * Source environmentally responsible products and services, where required * Track environmental impact of purchases, where required * Ensure suppliers comply with environmental standards * Adhere to the organization’s Environmental Management System (EMS) policies and procedures * Contribute to environmental objectives and participate in sustainability initiatives * Report environmental risks, minimize resource use, and support continual improvement in environmental performance **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Bachelor’s Degree (3 years) / NQF level 7 * 3 + years' experience * Proficient in MS Office – MS Word, MS Excel (Advanced) & MS PowerPoint **Who should apply** Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) and a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience are encouraged to apply. Proficiency in MS Office, especially advanced Excel, is required. The ideal candidate will be capable of managing financial operations, including budgeting, cost monitoring, supplier management, invoice processing, customer billing, and month-end support, along with adhering to health, safety, and environmental standards. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/finance-accounting/finance-accounting-management/port-elizabeth/cost-controller-id-7593490 Source: jobmail
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At a glance
- At least 3 years of experience.
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Sage / Pastel
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