This role, reporting to the Finance Director, focuses on developing and maintaining an accurate cost accounting system to support decision-making and profitability improvements. Responsibilities include process cost analysis, inventory management, standard-to-actual cost reconciliation, month-end close activities, budgeting, and assisting with daily financial operations and reporting.
This company is a global leader in providing innovative solutions within its industry, recognized for its focus on quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. As an employer, it promotes a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional development, offering employees opportunities to work on impactful projects and grow in an international environment. The organization values diversity, supports work-life balance, and prioritizes employee well-being, creating a dynamic and supportive workplace.
Description
Process Cost Accounting : Ensure accurate reporting of the Cost of Goods Manufactured and Sold, including monthly reconciliations and updates of standard costs to reflect actual costs.
Inventory System Maintenance : Oversee inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts, addressing and correcting any discrepancies.
Monthly Closing Process : Coordinate and schedule tasks across departments to meet closing deadlines, including planning and leading monthly and quarterly inventory reviews, preparing journal entries, and reconciling subsidiary ledgers.
Budgeting Support : Contribute to the annual budgeting process by providing updated cost data across product lines and collaborating with the Regional Finance department and auditors.
Financial Reporting : Deliver timely and precise financial data, including actual and standard product costs, to support new product development.
Process Analysis : Partner with Operations Management to analyze complex manufacturing processes and enhance decision-making capabilities.
Account Analysis : Perform detailed analysis of assigned accounts and other accounts as required.
System Accuracy : Ensure the integrity and accuracy of the accounting system.
Profile
Education : Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
Experience : A minimum of 3 years of cost accounting experience, ideally within the manufacturing or production sector.
Skills : Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, managing multiple tasks and meeting concurrent deadlines.
Technical Expertise : Strong proficiency in using relevant software and tools, including SAP, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Analytical Ability : Skilled in preparing work papers, applying analytical techniques, and reviewing financial documents for accuracy and compliance.
Personal Attributes : A mature, self-motivated professional capable of working autonomously.
Job Offer
Professional Growth : The opportunity to develop advanced skills in cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis, particularly in a manufacturing or production environment.
Strategic Impact : The chance to contribute to process improvements and strategic decision-making by analyzing and providing key financial insights.
Career Advancement : A stepping stone for career progression within the company or the broader finance and manufacturing sectors.#J-18808-Ljbffr