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Cost Accounting Head

Abou El Yazeed
6th of October, Giza
Posted 5 years ago
147Applicants for1 open position
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Job Description

  • We are looking for a Cost accounting head to join our accounting department.
  • Will 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, should build updated databases and manage cost information to maximize profitability for our company.

Responsibilities

  • Collecting cost information and maintaining an expenses database
  • Constructing data accumulation systems
  • Determining fixed costs (e.g. salaries, rent and insurance)
  • 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
  • Assisting in month-end and year-end closing
  • Identify and recommend cost-effective solutions

Job Requirements

  • Proven work experience as a Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Accountant or similar role
  • Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures
  • Experience with accounting software, like Alfa and Oracle
  • Computer literacy, 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

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