Cost Controller

R540k - R600k per annum

Queenstown

A leading FMCG company in the Eastern Cape has an excellent opportunity for a Cost Controller. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for maximising business profitability through comprehensive financial analysis and effective cost-control measures. Facilitate daily reporting of production efficiencies, analyse sales profitability and implement strategies to optimize overall business costs.

Key Performance Areas

Reporting

Review expense reports to ensure that expenses are reasonable and appropriate.
Prepare reports for management regarding costs and expenses.
Conduct financial analysis and report on production.
Conduct product profit margin analysis (sales revenue vs. cost of sales, variable costs, and fixed costs).
Prepare daily reports for internal stakeholders.

Cost management

Coordinate with other departments to ensure that all costs are accurately tracked.
Conduct cost analysis to identify areas where costs can be reduced or eliminated
Collect cost data from suppliers to track material costs.
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and maintain the cost forecast.
Analyse and attribute variable and fixed costs to the respective cost accounts.
Ensure the accuracy of plant product cost criteria (i.e., material, labour, factory overhead, etc.).

Stock admin, inventory and account reconciliation

Capture production transactions daily.
Participate in the annual physical inventory reconciliation and provide analysis and explanation for fluctuations in inventory balances.
Perform inventory and/or cost of sales account reconciliation.

Qualifications and Experience