About the Role
As a Cost Accountant, you will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on cost variances, inventory valuation, and manufacturing efficiencies to support financial planning and operational decision-making.
Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
* Proven solid experience in Cost Accounting for 3+ years in a factory or manufacturing environment.
* Ability to communicate in English OR Mandarin.
* Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
* Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
* Excellent organizational and time management skills.
* Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Experience in personnel management or part-time cashier duties is a plus.
* Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance is a plus.
* Willing to be based in Kendal.
Responsibilities:
* Analyze and track product costs, labor, material, and overhead expenses.
* Maintain and update cost accounting systems and records.
* Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual cost reports and margin analyses.
* Monitor standard costs and update them as necessary based on product changes.
* Analyze production cost variances and recommend corrective actions.
* Collaborate with production, engineering, and purchasing teams to ensure accurate cost data.
* Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts related to manufacturing costs.
* Perform inventory analysis and support annual physical inventory processes.
* Reconcile inventory accounts and investigate discrepancies.
* Support internal and external audits with relevant documentation.
About Kawan Lama Group
Established in 1955, Kawan Lama Group is a multi-sector conglomerate that continually innovates to improve quality of life. It manages 28 brand portfolios across six sectors: Commercial & Industrial, Consumer Retail, Food & Beverages, Property & Hospitality, Manufacturing & Engineering, and Commercial Technology. Our mission is to bring value for the betterment of lives through business development and continuous growth, aiming to transcend being just a family business.
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