Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Overall Job Purpose
The Assistant Cost Accountant will maintain and monitor cost processes for all the business activities

Specific Job Responsibility
• Prepare monthly variance analysis reports and provide commentary.
• Assist departmental staff on correct cost allocation and analyse cost codes in line with budgetary plans.
• Provided PO status reports for cost accrual purposes.
• Discuss with procurement and planning department on stock item cost allocation.
• Ensure that the actual budget is within the set limits
• Formulate cost control measures
• Assist in collecting data for budget and forecast.
• Report on periodic variances and their causes, focusing in particular, on spending variances
• Working closely with IT Management, understand the projected vision and together work towards achieving the targets
• Ensure tactful communication of difficult / sensitive information
• Ensure adherence to and implementation of Group ICT standards and policies

Job Specific Competencies
The Assistant Cost Accountant will require knowledge, skills and experience in the following areas:
• At least 1 years of Accounting/Finance experience
• Accounting and Mathematics skills
• Cost experience in the mining industry will be an added advantage
• Excellent Excel Skills, Powerpoint and word
• Experience in an ERP system
• Ability to deliver accurate and detailed reports in a timely manner.
• Ability to work well under pressure and deliver results
• Must be honesty and have integrity
• Ability to work as part of a team

Experience Required to Perform in This Job
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in Mining or similar industry
• Day to day liaise with departments.
• Compile and analyse capital budgeting requests
• Perform any other duties to support the business
• Work closely with the management accountant and ensure all cost control systems are working efficiently

Qualifications
• Minimum of a Bachelor of Accounting and part CIMA, ACCA qualified
• Must be an affiliate of ZICA

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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