Cost Accountant

• Compile cost information and maintain an expenses database
• Construct data accumulation systems
• Determine fixed costs (e.g. salaries, rent and insurance etc.)
• Plan and record variable costs (e.g. purchases of raw material and operations costs)
• Review standard and actual costs for inaccuracies.
• Prepare budgeting reports (for the company and for each department)
• Analyze and report profit margins.
• Prepare (monthly, quarterly and annual) cost forecasts
• Assisting in month-end and year-end closing
• Identify and recommend cost-effective solutions

Education And Experience

• ICWA/CMA with 5 years of experience in a manufacturing industry
• Graduate with Engineering stream would be an added advantage
• Thorough knowledge of cost accounting procedures
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Excel skills (familiarity with VLOOKUPs and pivot tables)
• Experience with cost & management accounting software
• Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail
• Strong time management skills
• Integrity, with an ability to handle confidential information