Job Title: Cost Accountant
Location: [Company Location]
Job Type: Full-time
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Cost Accountant to join our manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing, recording, and controlling costs associated with production processes. They will play a critical role in cost optimization, budgeting, and financial decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
Cost Accounting & Analysis:
- Maintain and analyze cost accounting records and prepare reports on cost variations.
- Monitor product costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.
- Analyze material, labor, and overhead costs to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Identify cost reduction opportunities and suggest process improvements.
Inventory & Manufacturing Cost Control:
- Conduct monthly and quarterly inventory reconciliations and audits.
- Ensure proper valuation of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods.
- Monitor waste, scrap, and by-product costs and recommend cost control measures.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Assist in annual budgeting and periodic forecasting for manufacturing operations.
- Analyze standard costs vs. actual costs and report variances.
- Support pricing strategies by providing accurate cost data and profitability analysis.
Compliance & Reporting:
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS) and cost accounting principles.
- Prepare cost reports for management, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
- Support the finance team in internal and external audits related to cost accounting.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CA, CMA, CPA, or ACCA preferred).
- 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of costing methods (FIFO, LIFO, Weighted Average, Standard Costing, etc.).
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
- Advanced Excel skills for financial modeling and analysis.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in lean manufacturing, process costing, and variance analysis.
- Familiarity with cost allocation and absorption costing techniques.
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams in production, procurement, and finance.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Health insurance and other benefits.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
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Here’s a Job Description for a Cost Accountant in a Building Materials Manufacturing Company based in Jeddah:
Job Title: Cost Accountant
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Job Type: Full-time
Industry: Building Materials Manufacturing
Job Summary:
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Jeddah. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing costs related to raw materials, production, and inventory management. They will play a key role in cost control, budgeting, and financial reporting to enhance profitability and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Cost Accounting & Financial Analysis:
- Analyze cost structures for raw materials, production processes, and finished goods.
- Maintain and update standard costing systems, ensuring accuracy in cost estimation.
- Conduct cost variance analysis (material, labor, and overhead costs) and report discrepancies.
- Develop cost reduction strategies to improve profitability.
Inventory & Manufacturing Cost Control:
- Monitor and control inventory valuation, wastage, and scrap management.
- Ensure accurate cost allocation for different product lines.
- Perform monthly and annual inventory reconciliations.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Analyze actual vs. budgeted costs and highlight key variances.
- Support management in pricing decisions and profitability analysis.
Compliance & Reporting:
- Prepare cost reports, financial statements, and management reports.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and local accounting regulations.
- Assist in internal and external audits by providing cost-related data.
