Cost Accountant - IQ/0303

About the role: The Cost Accountant will play a pivotal role in managing the costing function, conducting variance analysis, and supporting budgeting efforts for a new project. This position requires expertise in financial reporting and optimization.

Job description: Lead and manage the costing function, Conduct variance analysis and reporting, and Support budgeting and forecasting.

Required Candidate profile: Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, or Engineering; Professional certifications (CA, ACCA, CMA, CIMA) Must-have: Standard Costing, Variance Analysis, ERP Systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred) Experience: 5.

Suggested role: Cost Accountant

Suggested department: Finance & Accounting

Key details:

Location: UAE

Experience: 5 to 6 years

Openings: 1

Job type: new_project

Qualification: Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, or Engineering; Professional certifications (CA, ACCA, CMA, CIMA)

Must-have skills:

• Standard Costing

• Variance Analysis

• ERP Systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred)

• Cost Optimization

• Inventory Valuation

• Financial Reporting

Compulsory skills: Standard Costing, Variance Analysis

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the costing function

• Conduct variance analysis and reporting

• Support budgeting and forecasting

• Oversee ERP and master data accuracy

• Implement cost optimization initiatives

• Prepare management cost reports

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial sector.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy in financial data.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, enabling collaboration with cross-functional teams and management.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Adaptability and a proactive approach to learning new systems and processes.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is beneficial for communication within the local market.