The Cost Accountant is responsible for managing, analysing, and reporting on all cost-related aspects of operations. This includes production costing, stock reconciliation, budgeting, and financial reporting to support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Costing & Financial Control
- Prepare and maintain accurate product and operational costing models
- Analyse cost variances and provide detailed explanations and recommendations
- Monitor production costs, including labour, materials, and overheads
- Ensure all costs are correctly allocated to cost centres and projects
Stock & Inventory Management
- Perform regular stock reconciliations (e.g. coal, raw materials, consumables)
- Investigate and resolve stock variances
- Work closely with operations to ensure accurate reporting of production and stock levels