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Cost Accountant (FMCG)

Ascentech Services Limited | Lagos, Nigeria

Full-Time Posted 1 day ago 2 views

About the Role

Ascentech Services Limited is hiring a skilled Cost Accountant on behalf of our client in the manufacturing sector. In this vital role, you will oversee production costing, inventory valuation, and cost analysis to optimize operational efficiency and drive profitability. If you possess a strong background in FMCG or manufacturing finance and want to elevate your career with a reputable organization, we encourage you to apply today.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and analyse actual and standard production costs to ensure financial accuracy.
  • Conduct thorough variance analysis and investigate any cost discrepancies promptly.
  • Monitor raw materials, Work-in-Progress (WIP), and finished goods valuation.
  • Develop and maintain accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) based costing structures.
  • Prepare comprehensive monthly cost and profitability reports for management review.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, pricing strategies, and strategic cost-saving initiatives.
  • Collaborate closely with Production, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Finance teams.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Active professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent.
  • 5 to 8 years of relevant cost accounting experience, ideally within the manufacturing industry.
  • Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory valuation, BOM costing, and variance analysis.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and enterprise resource planning systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Sage.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
  • Health insurance and other attractive corporate benefits.
  • Dynamic and collaborative work environment within the manufacturing sector.

Skills

Cost Accounting Variance Analysis BOM Costing Inventory Valuation SAP ERP Financial Reporting Budgeting
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