We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join our new project. You’ll be responsible for performing cost analyses and preparing budget reports. You should possess excellent analytical skills along with the ability to combine different data and calculate profit margins. Our ideal candidate should also be able to create detailed reports that present cost-effective solutions for our company. Ultimately, you should build updated databases and manage cost information to maximize profitability for our project.

Responsibilities

• Collect cost information and maintain an expenses database.
• Construct data accumulation systems, capturing
• 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
• Analyze and report profit margins
• Prepare (monthly, quarterly and annual) cost forecasts and work with the Project Manager to efficiently plan and utilize financial resources.
• Assisting in month-end and year-end closing
• Identify and recommend cost-effective solutions

Requirements

• 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)
• Experiences with accounting software, preferably Oracle Finance
• Computer literacy, Intermediate to Advance level 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