Senior Accountant / Accountant (With Manufacturing Sector Experience)

Senior Accountant / Accountant (With Manufacturing Sector Experience) US Calander Hybrid Working Duties & Responsibilities Set up systems and processes for the costing function, this includes the full range of Cost Accounting activities. Prepare and provide analysis of cost variance. Work closely with Supply Chain to provide them with support relating to cost-related matters. Forecast and budgeting for Product Controllers. Conduct Rotational Inventory Audit (physical stock count). Ensure internal compliance. Assist each company with physical inventory counts and cycle counts. Participate in the preparation of the annual plant operating budget including standard product cost development, budgeted variances, cost center budgeting, headcount requirements, volume analysis and raw material pricing analysis. Participates in the coordination & preparation of plants operating forecasts. Skills & Qualifications Relevant degree such as Bachelor's and University Degree in Accounting, Finance, Education, Business, Manufacturing, MBA, Business/Administration. Full or Part qualifications in CIMA / ACCA / CPA. Plant operations and ensure strong working relationships with both plant management and plant finance personnel. Product Cost Accounting Experience in a manufacturing environment. Microsoft office programs particularly Excel. Very Good Communication in English both written and verbal. 3-7 years of accounting experience with some cost knowledge. Self-motivated with a go-getter attitude. Plan, organize and direct all the activities of the cost accounting function. Oversee inventory accuracy, E&O, valuation, LCM and borrowing base requirements. Continually drive improvement of a standard costing system to provide management with better information for decision making.