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