Cost Accountant

This is a current vacancy. Whether you are a seasoned Cost Accountant or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Westville. The team hires on merit and across communities in KwaZulu-Natal.

The Role

The organisation is investing in its Westville operation, and this Cost Accountant position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the finance jobs function and contribute to the wider KwaZulu-Natal business.

Communication runs both ways. Managers across the finance jobs team in KwaZulu-Natal make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.

Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Cost Accountant is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in KwaZulu-Natal is consistently high and consistently fair.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the finance jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Westville much easier.

Your Future Here

Equally, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the finance jobs team in Westville have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Westville team member.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Westville have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across KwaZulu-Natal.

Why Join Us

Notably, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in finance jobs from your base in Westville. Many colleagues across KwaZulu-Natal have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.

Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Westville teams.

Equally, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Westville keep progressing.

Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in KwaZulu-Natal.

The Environment

Beyond that, the environment is structured and deadline-driven, with peaks around month-end, year-end and audit cycles. The wider team is collaborative, but focused work is the norm.

Importantly, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Westville site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

A respectful, professional environment is the standard in KwaZulu-Natal. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

Your Team

On top of that, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Westville office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when KwaZulu-Natal operations get busy.

Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Notably, the team mix in Westville reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

Your Role

• Maintain accurate general ledger entries and trial balance integrity
• Liaise with external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies
• Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation
• Monitor debtors’ age analysis and follow up on overdue accounts
• Review expense claims against company policy and approval limits
• Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedules
• Capture supplier invoices, journals and bank transactions accurately

Who We’re Looking For

• Good written and verbal communication with non-finance stakeholders
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
• B.Com or National Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Solid working knowledge of IFRS for SMEs and SA tax basics
• Clear credit and criminal record
• Understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties
• Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS e-filing

If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.