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Key Responsibilities

• Maintain expenses database and collect cost information
• Construct systems for data accumulation
• Determine fixed as well as variable costs

Job Statement

We are hiring a qualified Cost Accountant for preparing budget reports and performing cost analysis operations. 

What does a Cost Accountant do?

You will work with other Accountants from our Accounting department with the ultimate goal of maximizing our company’s profitability by managing cost information and building as well as updating databases. 

In order to succeed in this role, you must have the ability to create detailed reports about cost-effective solutions, combining different data and calculating profit margins for our company. 

Job Requirements

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field
• Professional certification (e.g. CPA or CFA)
• Prior experience as an Accountant, Cost Analyst or Cost Accountant
• Experience with database management and accounting software (e.g. Zoho and FreshBooks)
• Experience working with MS Excel, especially pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
• Sound knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
• Sound knowledge of current regulations
• The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills and a keen eye for details
• An analytical mind with a problem-solving attitude

Job Responsibilities

• Maintaining expenses database and collecting cost information
• Constructing systems for data accumulation
• Determining fixed costs (e.g. rent, salaries and insurance)
• Planning and recording variable costs (e.g. operations costs and purchases of raw materials)
• Preparing budgeting reports for each department and also for the company
• Analyzing and reporting profit margins
• Preparing annual, quarterly and monthly cost forecasts
• Assisting in month-end/year-end closing
• Identifying and recommending cost-effective solutions for the company
• Reviewing actual and standard costs for inaccuracies