Sr.Cost Accountant
Job Description
Manage and maintain standard costing for raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods.
Analyze manufacturing variances, including material, labor, overhead, and purchase price variances Perform monthly cost accounting close activities, journal entries, reconciliations, and inventory valuation.
Prepare and review cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis and margin reports.
Conduct inventory reconciliations, cycle counts, and physical inventory audits.
Monitor and analyze inventory reserves, obsolete stock, and slow-moving items.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and annual standard cost updates.
Review Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production routings to ensure costing accuracy.
Prepare management reports highlighting cost trends, variances, and profitability analysis.
Partner with Operations and Supply Chain teams to identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities.
Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements.
Support ERP system enhancements and costing process automation initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification is preferred. 5–8 years of experience in Cost Accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory accounting, and financial reporting.
Experience with ERP systems Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
Requirements & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification is preferred. 5–8 years of experience in Cost Accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory accounting, and financial reporting.
Experience with ERP systems Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
Quick Role Summary
Opportunity as "Sr.Cost Accountant" at Kandil Industries located in مدينة نصر on a Full-Time basis, suited for Senior Level candidates, within Finance & Accounting. Key details from listing: Manage and maintain standard costing for raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods. Analyze manufacturing variances, including material, labor,…
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