Management Accountant
Hire Resolve
Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Posted 05 February 2026 - Closing Date 25 February 2026

Job Details

Job Description

A manufacturing company is looking for a Management Accountant to play a critical role in the finance team. The role focuses on cost management, inventory control, and providing timely and accurate financial data to support operational decision-making and month-end reporting.

Responsibilities 
  • Financial Record Management:

    • Process accurate journal entries related to production, inventory, and cost of goods sold.

    • Assist with month-end reporting procedures and deadlines.

  • Costing and Inventory Control:

    • Perform monthly reconciliation of inventory between the General Ledger (GL) and subledger, investigating and resolving discrepancies.

    • Review and analyse variances (material, labour, overhead, purchase price, etc.) and ensure they reconcile to the GL.

    • Verify Bill of Materials (BOM) recoveries for accurate cost allocation.

    • Analyse non-conformance costs to identify root causes and potential cost-saving opportunities.

    • Calculate and prepare surplus stock provisions (specifically for composites and non-conforming stock in the SA region).

    • Coordinate quarterly stock counts across national locations and report on variances.

  • Process and Data Integrity:

    • Review and approve new product code creation for the composites division to ensure accurate classification and costing setup.

    • Review Goods Received Voucher (GRV) reports to identify errors and ensure timely corrections to inventory records.

  • Standard Cost Model Optimization:

    • Own the standard costing model, continuously reviewing and refining it for accuracy and predictive capability, including annual recalculation and roll-up of standard costs across all BOMs.

  • Systems and Process Improvement:

    • Identify opportunities for process automation and ERP system integration, potentially leading implementation or upgrades of the manufacturing module.


Requirements 
  • Relevant BCom degree in Accounting or Management Accounting.

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or chemical/process industry.

  • Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.

  • Proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.

  • Experience with costing, inventory control, and month-end reporting.

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


Benefits
  • Salary: Based on experience and qualifications.
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    We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future