Cost Accountant

Job description

• Conduct costing analysis and identify opportunities to improve profit margins across business units

• Analyze variances between actual, standard, and budgeted costs on a monthly basis

• Manage and monitor costing issues, providing accurate variance analysis and recommendations

• Generate periodic reports for management, presenting key insights on product costing, profitability, and cost drivers

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including group-level reporting packs

• Coordinate with relevant departments to prepare budgets and financial forecasts

• Maintain effective collaboration with business partners and finance teams to support reporting and information flow

• Undertake other ad hoc duties and projects as assigned

Job Requirement:

• Degree in Accountancy or a relevant professional accounting certification

• At least 3 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment

• Proficiency in SAP is strongly preferred

• Solid understanding of cost accounting principles and manufacturing workflows

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools

• Strong analytical and communication skills

• Able to work independently while being an effective team player

• Demonstrates initiative, critical thinking, and problem-solving ability