Cost Accountant

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Job Summary

The Cost Management Accountant is responsible for planning, analyzing, and controlling company costs to ensure effective budgeting, cost efficiency, and sustained profitability. This role plays a key part in monitoring production costs, preparing detailed cost reports, and supporting management in strategic financial decision-making.

Key ResponsibilitiesCost Control & Analysis:

• Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs, including materials, labor, and overhead.
• Prepare detailed product and project cost sheets.
• Perform variance analysis (actual vs. budget) and investigate discrepancies.
• Analyze standard costs against actual performance and report findings.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend process improvements.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.
• Monitor departmental budgets and ensure effective cost control.
• Support management with financial planning and cost projections.

Inventory & Stock Management:

• Oversee valuation of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods.
• Conduct inventory reconciliations and participate in physical stock counts.
• Ensure appropriate costing methods are applied (FIFO / Weighted Average).

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare monthly cost and management reports.
• Support the preparation of financial statements.
• Maintain accurate costing records within the ERP system (Odoo preferred).

Internal Control & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Maintain proper documentation of cost accounting procedures and controls.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CMA or ACCA certification is an advantage.
• 2–5 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment.(Required)
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and variance analysis.
• Experience working with ERP systems (Odoo preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Solid understanding of budgeting and financial analysis.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package.
• Company-provided accommodation for bachelors within the company premises.
• Transportation facilities within Sharjah.
• A professional working environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED4,500.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sharjah: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Cost Accounting : 2 years (Preferred)
• Manufacturing : 2 years (Preferred)