Cost Accounting Associate

Cost Accounting Associate Duties & Responsibilities
Responsible for ensuring that money spent by their company is well-planned and worth it. They oversee expense reports, analyze data on what has been purchased or the incurred costs regarding goods and services received from vendors, and make recommendations about cost-efficiency.

this position include:

Set up systems and processes for the costing function, this includes the full range of Cost Accounting activities
Prepare and provide analysis of cost variance
Work closely with Supply Chain to provide them with support relating to cost related matters
Forecast and budgeting for Product Controllers
Conduct Rotational Inventory Audit (physical stock count)
Ensure SOX and internal compliance
Assist each company with physical inventory counts and cycle counts
Assists PE companies with month end close
Participate in the preparation of the annual plant operating budget including standard product cost development, budgeted variances, cost center budgeting, headcount requirements, volume analysis and raw material pricing analysis
Participates in the coordination & preparation of plants’ operating forecasts
Collect cost information and maintain an expenses database
Construct data accumulation systems
Determine fixed costs (e.g. salaries, rent and insurance)
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
Requirements and skills
Proven work experience as a Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Accountant or similar role
Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures
In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Experience with accounting software, like FreshBooks and Zoho
Computer literacy, MS Excel in particular (familiarity with VLOOKUPs and pivot tables)
Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail
Strong time management skills
Integrity, with an ability to handle confidential information
BSc degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant study

Summary of role requirements:
Looking for candidates available to work:
Monday: Morning
Tuesday: Morning
Wednesday: Morning
Thursday: Morning
Friday: Morning
Saturday: Morning
2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
Working rights required for this role
Expected start date for role: 15 March 2024