We are looking to hire a Cost Accountant with excellent organizational and analytical skills. Cost accountants are expected to be detailed oriented, knowledgeable on statistics, have strong problem-solving skills, work comfortably under pressure, and deliver on tight deadlines.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and maintain the cost accounting system, documents, and records of the organization.
Analyze and recommend costs and cost savings.
Prepare and complete internal cost audits.
Analyze the data collected and log a detailed record of the results.
Analyze any changes in goods or services provided in order to determine what effect it has on the cost.
Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
Make estimates of new and proposed product costs.
Provide management with reports that specify and compare factors that affect prices and profitability of products or services.
Assist in audits and general ledger preparation.
Conduct physical inventories and monitor the cycle count program.
Reporting to: Finance Manager
Job Requirement
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance.
General
4 years and above experience with 2 years of Cost Accounting work experience.
Sound understanding of accounting principles.
Solid cost systems background.
Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Personal qualities
Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
