Cost Accountant

Job Title: Cost Accountant

Experience: 5+ Years
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Karachi
Salary: PKR 150,000 – 200,000/month
Timings: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Working Days: Monday to Saturday

Job Description

We are hiring a detail-oriented Cost Accountant with strong experience in product costing and manufacturing. Candidates with FMCG export experience will be preferred, especially those familiar with business models similar to Shan Foods or National Foods. However, candidates from other industries can also apply if they have solid experience in cost accounting and product-based environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage product costing for manufactured/export products
• Analyze production costs, raw materials, and overheads
• Perform variance analysis and identify cost optimization opportunities
• Develop and maintain costing systems and procedures
• Coordinate with production, procurement, and finance teams
• Prepare monthly cost reports and profitability analysis
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in financial records

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of cost accounting and product costing
• Experience in manufacturing or product-based environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting tools
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Good communication and coordination skills

Education

• CA Finalist / ACCA / Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance
• CA Finalist candidates are encouraged to apply

Additional Requirements

• FMCG (Export) experience is preferred but not mandatory
• Must have hands-on experience in product costing and manufacturing setup
• Understanding of international market costing will be a plus

Pay: Rs150,000.00 - Rs200,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in cost accounting?
• Do you have hands-on experience in product costing within a manufacturing environment? (Yes/No)
• Have you worked in an FMCG or export-based company?
• What is your qualification? (CA Finalist / ACCA / Bachelor’s – please specify)
• What is your notice period?
• Are you comfortable with the Job location ?

Work Location: In person