A full-time, permanent Management Accountant role is open in Durban/Westville with RCL FOODS, a major food and beverage manufacturer. The role supports monthly reporting, budgeting and cost management, and works closely with operational and senior teams, so it suits a qualified accountant with manufacturing or FMCG experience.
About the company and the work
RCL FOODS is a food and beverage manufacturing group, and this role sits within its finance team in Durban, in the Westville area. The management accountant partners with the business on performance, costs and planning, helping leaders understand results and make sound decisions.
Role details and duties
Duties include preparing monthly management accounts and variance analysis, building dashboards and management reports, supporting budgeting and forecasting, managing costs and commercial costing, business partnering with operational teams, supporting stock counts and CAPEX governance, improving reporting, data and systems, and supporting governance, risk, audit and finance projects. The closing date stated in the original listing is 2026/11/08, and the reference number is RCL261029-1.
Requirements
- Preferably CIMA or CA(SA)
- 3 to 5 years of management accounting experience, including commercial costing and process exposure
- SAP preferred, with advanced Excel and Power BI or equivalent exposure
- Good FMCG and manufacturing knowledge
- Ability to interact at senior level
- Valid driver’s licence
Where to find and apply safely
This listing is shared from the original LinkedIn advert for RCL FOODS. Use the Apply button on this page, which goes to that original advert, and follow the application instructions shown there. Apply only through that original listing, and never pay a fee to apply for a job.
Practical tips
Lead with your management accounting experience, especially commercial costing in manufacturing or FMCG, and give a clear example of a variance analysis, budget or cost improvement you supported. Mention SAP, advanced Excel and Power BI only if you have used them, and be ready to discuss working with senior stakeholders. Keep your application clear and focused on results.
How the process works
Applicants apply through the original advert before the stated closing date of 2026/11/08. The employer reviews applications and contacts shortlisted candidates for the next steps.
Important information
This page is informational only and does not guarantee employment, an interview or a particular salary outcome. No salary is stated in the original listing. Always confirm the role, work location and closing date on the original advert before applying, and never pay a fee to apply for a job.
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