Cost Analyst

This client is seeking a highly skilled Cost Analyst to join their dynamic team in Petaling Jaya. This role offers an exciting opportunity to utilise your financial expertise and analytical prowess in a challenging environment. You will play a pivotal role in analysing financial data, developing cost structures, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will have the chance to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate cost accounting, enhance financial efficiency, and contribute to achieving the company's financial goals.

What you'll do:

As a Cost Analyst, you will be at the forefront of driving financial efficiency within the organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve developing detailed cost models, conducting thorough evaluations of various aspects of production, and optimising inventory management. You will also be tasked with preparing insightful reports that aid in management decisions and spearheading process improvements within the company. Furthermore, you will work closely with various teams to drive budgeting excellence. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to enhancing financial controls.

• Develop and maintain cost models to accurately calculate product, plant, or project costs.
• Conduct in-depth evaluations of raw materials, production processes, and finished goods to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve efficiency.
• Monitor inventory valuation, conduct audits, and assess production yield to enhance cost efficiency and accuracy in stock reporting.
• Prepare management accounts for comprehensive costing reports and provide valuable insights to support management decisions and audit processes.
• Identify and implement enhancements in costing procedures and financial controls.
• Collaborate with the sales, plant and finance team to prepare annual budgets, forecast costs, and align cost control measures with overall financial objectives.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Cost Analyst position brings a wealth of experience in product costing along with advanced technical proficiency. Your strong problem-solving abilities coupled with your excellent interpersonal skills make you an effective communicator who can present financial insights clearly. With your background in Accounting or Finance, you are well-equipped to navigate complex data sets and drive informed decision-making. Your familiarity with ERP systems gives you an edge as you work towards enhancing the company's financial efficiency.

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in product costing.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex data.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

What sets this company apart:

This client is renowned for its commitment to fostering a supportive work environment that values collaboration and continuous learning. They offer flexible working opportunities along with generous pensions contributions. Their dedication to employee growth and development is evident in their extensive training opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that values its employees and offers a platform for career advancement.

What's next:

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Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C