Cost Accountant

In brief

**Job Title:** Cost Accountant **Company:** Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken --- **Overview** This role at Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken involves managing end-to-end plant finance operations. The Cost Accountant is responsible for overseeing standard costing, Bills of Materials (BOMs), inventory variances, month-end financial reporting, and the broader accounting function within the plant. **What you will do** * Maintain costing and Bills of Materials in SAGE, ensuring raw materials are properly moved into Work in Progress in the system before production begins. * Lead weekly and month-end WIP recons, monitor production, analyse material and stock variances, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and margin improvement. * Implement and improve SOPs and internal controls, bridging the gap between physical warehouse movements and Sage data to strengthen financial governance and protect assets. * Work closely with operations and management teams to improve processes, resolve cost-related issues, and support decision making. * Prepare and submit management accounts, month-end reports, and GL recons to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. * Prepare and manage monthly budgets and forecasts to monitor spend, analyse performance, and support future financial planning. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Tertiary Financial Management / Accounting qualification – CIMA preferred. * 3-5 years experience in a similar role preferably in a FMCG, QSR/ Fast food or retail sector. * Sound understanding of the finance function and cost accounting. * Experience with Sage 200 Evolution or similar system. * Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation. **Who should apply** This position is for an individual responsible for managing plant finance operations, encompassing standard costing, BOMs, inventory variances, and comprehensive month-end financial reporting. The ideal candidate will be adept at maintaining costing within SAGE, leading WIP reconciliations, analyzing production and stock variances to identify cost reduction opportunities, and implementing strong financial controls. They should also be capable of collaborating with operations, preparing accurate financial reports, and managing budgets and forecasts. **Deadline** 22 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/cost-accountant-pedros-flame-grilled-chicken-1 Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Sage / Pastel

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