Cost Accountant Manager at FirstRand Bank India

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, Customer Service, Budgeting, Cost Analysis, Data Analysis, Profitability Improvement, Scenario Planning, Cost Modelling, Project Management, Collaboration, Adaptability, Detail Orientation, Proactivity, Accountability

Industry

Banking

Description

Job Description To ensure quality of the product/ service as generated by the business and productivity targets are met by leveraging resources, support functions and relationships across the business Hello Future, Cost Accountant Manager, 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 team in FR Life Assurance, 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. Are you someone who can: Demonstrate leadership behavior through personal involvement, commitment and dedication in support of organizational values Develop tactical strategy and delivery plans in support of functional strategic objectives in partnership with leadership Establish mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders, that support thought leadership, innovative and integrated practice solutions Anticipate and meet the needs of clients and commit to continuous development and entrenchment of a customer service culture Draw up a budget aligned to tactical delivery plans, monitor effectiveness and report on variances Manage expenditure planning and reporting within approved budget parameters Develop new insights into situations and apply innovative solutions to make organizational improvements Manage people by executing management responsibilities and create an environment that encourages employee growth and performance excellence Improve business profitability through efficient use of profitability model Conduct cost analysis, interpret and provide insights to the business to support decision making and to seek new ways to improve profitability Conduct review, scenario planning and overall budgetary process in terms of spend and forecast adjustments Review, analyze and/or build, implement and maintain cost models aligned to standard drivers and methodologies to reflect both business expectations and Steerco guidance Drive, influence and manage creative business solutions, optimize processes and inform strategic decisions through cost modelling and data analysis Manage end to end costing projects involving a segment, business unit, function or country/region from strategy articulation through to model design and implementation You will be an ideal candidate if you have: CIMA qualification is essential for the role Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Experience from the manufacturing industry or financial services Pricing experience will be advantageous You will have access to: Opportunities to network and collaborate A challenging working environment that is progressive and agile Opportunities to innovate where initiative is taken and owned end to end We can be a match if you have the following: Adaptable and curious Have a proven successful track record. Thrive in a collaborative environment. Detail-oriented Proactive and accountable Calm under pressure Collaborative mindset Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic work environment Apply now if you are interested in taking the next step. We look forward to engaging with you! 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. #post #fnb #LI-AW1 Job Details Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. 19/01/26 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. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Should you have any queries, please log it via MyQ. FirstRand provides a comprehensive range of financial services in South Africa and certain markets in broader Africa. The group also offers certain niche products and services in the UK and India. Listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and the Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX), FirstRand Limited is the largest financial institution by market capitalisation in Africa. The group follows a multi-branding approach. Its portfolio of financial services businesses includes FNB, RMB, WesBank, Ashburton Investments, Aldermore, MotoNovo and DirectAxis. Many are leaders in their respective segments and markets, offering transactional, lending, investment and insurance products and services The FirstRand Corporate Centre houses many of the critical functions required by a large and complex financial services group. The group's track record of delivering superior returns to shareholders has been achieved through a combination of organic growth, acquisitions, innovation and the creation of completely new businesses. The group’s purpose of delivering Shared Prosperity provides many opportunities for employees to innovate to address social and environmental challenges in our markets. All of our businesses have successful Volunteering programmes which also allow employees to adopt and support causes close to their hearts.

Responsibilities

The Cost Accountant Manager is responsible for ensuring product quality and meeting productivity targets by leveraging resources and relationships across the business. Key tasks include developing budgets, conducting cost analysis, and managing end-to-end costing projects.