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Cost Accountant (Assets) Jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Cost Accountant (Assets)
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cost Accountant (Assets)
Recruiter:
Communicate Recruitment
Job Ref:
CTF022793/ANS
Date posted:
Monday, March 30, 2026
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
Salary:
600 000 Annually
SUMMARY:
Step into a pivotal role as a Cost Accountant with a leading renewable energy company, where your focus will be on tracking, analyzing, and optimizing costs across our sustainable operations. You’ll provide insights that help the business run smarter, keep projects on budget, and ensure resources are used efficiently. If you love diving into numbers, spotting trends, and making a tangible impact, this is the role for you!
POSITION INFO:
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date fixed asset registers in accordance with company policies and accounting standards
Record the acquisition, disposal, transfer, and retirement of fixed assets
Calculate and post depreciation and amortisation in line with approved methods and useful lives
Reconcile fixed asset sub-ledgers to the general ledger on a regular basis
Perform periodic physical verification of fixed assets and investigate variances
Monitor capital expenditure and ensure correct classification between capital and operational costs
Review and assess asset impairments, revaluations, and write-offs where applicable
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls
Prepare fixed asset schedules and supporting documentation for management reporting and audits
Assist with budgeting and forecasting of capital expenditure and depreciation costs
Support year-end and interim audit processes by providing fixed asset documentation and explanations
Collaborate with procurement, operations, and finance teams to ensure accurate asset tracking
Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within fixed asset management
Skills & Experience:
Minimum 5 Years Of Experience In a Similar Position
Experience in Excel, Business Central & Solidi Tech & 4Flow
Qualification:
Degree, diploma or similar plus experience
Designations is advantageous but not a must
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