Cost Administrator, Johannesburg

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or equivalent accounting qualification Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance Previous experience in logistics industry preferred Proficiency in MS Office Preferred knowledge of the logistics industry Understanding of an income statement Advance Excel3 to4 years experience in a financial environment Statistical skills Analytical skills Interpersonal skills Problem-solving ability Responsibilities: Understand what each branch's structure looks like and ensure that the people and the vehicle allocation is accurate based on requirements Analyse the data on the income statement within the branch, verify accuracy and report on branch information based on analysis and interpretation of the dataConduct variance analysis and interpretation against forecast and budget Succinctly and accurately present findings based on interpretation of variances Investigate and solve for variances / errors in the data Build and maintain internal stakeholder relationships i.e. alignment with bookkeepers in order to resolve inaccuracies in the dataAssist with forecasting on a branch level based on critical analysis of information reviewed Supporting various branch managers in preparation for branch review sessions by gathering and analysing relevant information and data Prepare supply costing analysis for existing clients (increases) or for new suppliersPrepare operational statistical information on a monthly basis

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