Cost Accountant at Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken

Job Description

• The Cost Accountant is responsible for managing end-to-end plant finance operations by overseeing standard costing, BOMs, inventory variances, month end financial reporting, and the broader accounting function.

Responsibilities : 

• 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 : 

• 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. 

Closing Date 26 June 2026