Cost Accountant at FNB South Africa

• To model, interrogate and provide insights on detailed cost and profitability information in support of both current operational management decisions and planning for the future.
• SAIPA Prevent wastage and identify process improvements to contain and reduce costs
• Provide input into costing projects involving a segment, business unit, function or country/region (as applicable)
• Influence creative business solutions, optimise processes and inform strategic decisions through cost modelling and data analysis
• Build, run and execute profitability models and provide required reports for business
• Provide feedback to the business on monthly and ad hoc analysis and reports to support decision making
• Build and calculate cost models and work within established work and service processes
• Conduct review and scenario planning to provide guidance on budgetary process in terms of spend and forecast adjustments
• Develop new insights into situations and apply innovative solutions to make organisational improvements
• Provide input into the development of the tactical strategy, and develop and implement a supporting operational strategy
• Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery, collaboration and innovation
• Deliver internal and external customer service excellence through adherence to quality service standards
• Continuously assess own performance through seeking timely, and clear feedback and request training where appropriate 

Education and Experience

• Degree/ Bachelor of Commerce equivalent to NQF Level 7 in Finance, costing, Mathematics or Similar
• Relevant Degree in Financial or Analyst Modelling
• CIMA, ACCA or SAIPA
• 3 -5 Years Experience in costing, commercial, Finance or pricing
• Proven work experience as a Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Accountant, or similar role.
• Computer literacy, especially in MS Excel (advanced level would advantageous).
• Experience working with data in SQL is a requirement.
• Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills.

End Date: September 25, 2025