Cost Accountant II at FirstRand in Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Cost Accountant II Location: Randburg Job Description Hello Future Cost Accountant II Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen. As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change. To develop and interrogate detailed cost and profitability models, providing actionable insights that support operational decision-making and enable forward-looking financial planning. This role ensures the integrity of cost data, identifies trends and variances, and translates financial information into meaningful recommendations that enhance business performance and resource optimisation. Are you someone who can: Re-imagining costing models to benefit and promote the adoption of platform across Retail, Commercial, Broader Africa and even external users. Execution of costing models monthly Volume verification for input into costing models Reporting to stakeholders, and query resolution Responsible for running the budget and forecast costing models to charge business stakeholders Managing and reporting on the cost per service and the associated rate and volumes Analyse and query incoming SLA charges for accuracy & validity Identification and tracking of key business KPI’s for each of the different teams and for the overall business. Play the role of a business partner and collaborating with different teams across the group to ensure financial requirements are met. Prepare bespoke monthly reporting which will assist in highlighting areas of focus that enhance decision making. Includes preparation of Exco, Manco and Opsco reporting packs. Evaluate processes within all these teams in order to streamline them. Implement internal controls, policies & procedures. Assisting junior staff to implement processes and how to “work smarter” Assist with any ad-hoc projects (finance or business) that may be assigned from time to time Prevent wastage and identify process improvements to contain and reduce costs. Provide input into costing projects involving a segment, business unit, function or country/region (as applicable). Influence creative business solutions, optimise processes and inform strategic decisions through cost modelling and data analysis. Build, run and execute profitability models and provide required reports for business. Provide feedback to the business on monthly and ad hoc analysis and reports to support decision making. Build and calculate cost models and work within established work and service processes. Conduct review and scenario planning to provide guidance on budgetary process in terms of spend and forecast adjustments. Develop new insights into situations and apply innovative solutions to make organisational improvements. Provide input into the development of the tactical strategy and develop and implement a supporting operational strategy. Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery, collaboration and innovation. Deliver internal and external customer service excellence through adherence to quality service standards. Continuously assess own performance through seeking timely, and clear feedback and request training where appropriate. What you will need: Bcom Cost and Management Accounting CIMA Newly qualified CA(SA) willing to get exposure in a tech environment Experience in managing people Advanced Excel knowledge and experience PowerPoint knowledge and experience SQL & PowerBI knowledge an advantage Behavioral Competencies: Strong analytical and technical mind-set Business partnering and senior stakeholder management. Accountable with ability to make decisions Constructive problem solving Ability to see the big picture Work with large sets of data Innovative & able to apply “fresh” thinking We can be a match if you can: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work under pressure Good stakeholder engagement You will have access to: Opportunities to network and collaborate. Challenging Work. Opportunities to innovate. Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now! #Post #FNB #LI-NH1 Important Closing Date Note Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. 18/05/26 All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.