Cost Accountant


Cost Accountant
- 1 Vacancy
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Experience
3 Year
Employee type
Full TimePosition
Intermediate
Offer Salary
Attractive
Job Description
Aqua Plastic Manufacturing is seeking a skilled Cost Accountant to manage and analyze production costs within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Job Order Costing, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with production and finance teams to ensure accurate costing, reporting, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Costing & Cost Control:
- Prepare, maintain, and analyze cost sheets for all Job Orders and production batches.
- Implement and monitor Job Order Costing System with accurate allocation of materials, labor, and overhead.
- Review BOM accuracy for all plastic products.
- Monitor actual vs. standard costs and investigate variances.
- Conduct cost audits for production lines, machinery, and wastage.
- Inventory & Material Management:
- Reconcile raw materials, WIP, and finished goods inventory.
- Coordinate with warehouse and production departments for accurate stock movements.
- Assist in monthly and annual physical inventory counts.
Financial Analysis & Reporting:
- Prepare monthly cost reports, variance, and profitability analyses.
- Support budgeting and forecasting for production costs.
- Provide management with insights for cost optimization and process improvement.
Compliance & Documentation:
- Ensure compliance with company policies, IFRS, and Ethiopian tax regulations.
- Maintain accurate costing documentation and support internal/external audits.
Qualifications & Experience:
- BA Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in manufacturing.
- Strong experience in Job Order Costing systems.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (Peachtree).
- Knowledge of inventory management and production processes.
- Preferred: experience in plastic manufacturing or printing industry.
Key Competencies:
- Strong analytical and numerical skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and teamwork.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Problem-solving mindset with continuous improvement attitude.
How to Apply:
Submit your CV and supporting documents to:
📧 aquplasticbusiness@gmail.com or wendimagegirum@gmail.com

