Cost Accountant/Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Collect cost information and maintain an expenses database
• Construct data accumulation systems
• 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 (for the company and for each department)
• Analyze and report profit margins
• Prepare (monthly, quarterly and annual) cost forecasts
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing
• Identify and recommend cost-effective solutions

Qualifications:

• Graduate of Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant study
• At least 2 years of 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)
• Knowledge in MS Excel (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

Preferably willing to start ASAP