Cost Accountant -

Job Purpose:
To manage and analyze costing-related data, prepare accurate management reports, and provide insights for strategic decision-making. The role ensures proper costing practices, variance analysis, and reporting structures are in place to support the organization’s financial efficiency and performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Costing:
Prepare and maintain cost sheets for products and processes.
Conduct standard costing, actual costing, and variance analysis.
Evaluate raw material, labor, and overhead costs.
Coordinate with production, purchase, and R&D; for costing inputs.
Monitor and control Bill of Materials (BOM) and standard costs in ERP.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and provide recommendations.
Perform margin analysis, pricing validation, and profitability analysis.
MIS (Management Information System):
Design and generate daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly MIS reports.
Analyze financial and operational performance indicators.
Prepare dashboards, management review presentations, and KPIs.
Track budget vs. actual performance and suggest corrective actions.
Support financial planning and analysis (FP&A;) processes.
Automate reports and streamline data collection using tools like Excel, Power BI, or ERP.
Compliance & Audit:
Ensure costing procedures align with internal controls and accounting standards.
Support audits with costing-related data and reports.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong analytical and numerical skills.
In-depth knowledge of costing methodologies (standard, absorption, activity-based costing, etc.).
Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Tally), and MIS tools.
Attention to detail with problem-solving abilities.
Good communication skills to interact with cross-functional teams.
Educational & Experience Requirements:
B.Com / M.Com / MBA (Finance) / CA Inter / CMA preferred.
5 years of experience in costing and MIS in a manufacturing setup.
Preferred Industry:
Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, FMCG, Engineering, or Manufacturing.