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Cost & Management Accountant

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We are seeking an experienced Cost & Management Accountant to manage cost accounting, reporting, and analysis within a manufacturing PLC environment. The role involves standard costing, variance analysis, inventory control, and providing accurate financial insights to support decision-making and profitability.

Experience in manufacturing cost accounting is essential.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end cost accounting processes including standard costing, product costing, and overhead absorption
  • Maintain and monitor accurate cost structures across raw materials, labor, and production overheads
  • Perform detailed variance analysis (material, labor, overhead, and production efficiency) with clear explanations and recommendations
  • Oversee inventory valuation and control (raw materials, work-in-progress, finished goods)
  • Analyze production costs, SKU profitability, and cost drivers to support margin improvement
  • Prepare and present management accounts, cost reports, and performance dashboards
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes
  • Drive cost optimization initiatives across the manufacturing value chain
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal controls, and reporting standards
  • Support management with financial insights for pricing, planning, and operational decisions

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) is required
  • 10+ years strong experience in cost and management accounting within a manufacturing PLC environment
  • Expertise in standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory accounting
  • Hands-on experience in factory/production cost control is essential
  • Experience in FMCG or industrial manufacturing is strongly preferred
  • Strong knowledge of ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
  • Ability to analyze complex financial and production data




Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Opportunities for growth and professional development





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