Costing Analyst (PE) Featured

Brief Role Description

Accounting of Vehicle and Component Exports cost of production and cost of sales as well as the accounting of foreign currency usage and standard material declaration for APDP purposes.  Preparation of SMD (Standard Material Declaration) and C2 (forex declaration) certificates for all locally produced vehicles and components in accordance with the APDP rules and regulations. Regular review and monitoring of warranty and maintenance plans fund balances in line with IFRS.  General reporting on financial performance of vehicles and components.

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Responsible for the accounting of vehicle and component export cost of production and cost of sales as well as the accounting of foreign currency usage for APDP purposes.
• Costing of Vehicles and Component Exports.
• Analyzing Bill of Materials.
• Preparing C2 (forex declaration) certificates as well as SMD’s (standard material declaration) in accordance with the Automotive Production Development Programme (APDP).
• Calculating and updating Landed Cost Factors.
• Accounting for warranty and maintenance plans in line with IFRS.
• Monitoring stock adjustments and investigating variances.
• Administer and oversee general reconciliations and financial performance reporting.
• Providing timeous, meaningful, high quality financial information.
• Complying with stringent deadlines.
• Ensuring compliance with IFRS and Group Accounting Handbook.
• Closing the General Ledger for Financial Reporting purposes in due time

Qualification requirements

• National Diploma or BCom Degree with Management Accounting 3.

Experience needed

• Have 3-5 years Costing experience in a manufacturing environment

Essentials

• Advanced Computer literacy (MS Office & SAP).
• Must have strong analytical skills.
• Display excellent attention to detail.
• Must be disciplined and be able to perform under pressure.
• Must be able to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must have assertiveness, co-ordination and conflict management skills.
• Be a team player.