3 Cost Accountant jobs in Nigeria
Cost Accountant
GGB
Posted 12 days ago
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Job Description
A Cost Accountant is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting cost-related data to support effective budgeting, cost control, and profitability analysis. They work closely with production, procurement, and finance teams to track costs, prepare variance reports, and ensure accurate allocation of expenses.
Key Responsibilities br>
Collect and analyze cost data from production, procurement, and inventory records.
Prepare cost reports and variance analyses comparing actual costs to budgeted costs.
Maintain and update cost accounting records in compliance with company policies.
Calculate standard costs and update them periodically based on market changes.
Monitor inventory levels, stock valuations, and wastage reports.
Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts with accurate cost estimates.
Assist in determining product pricing by computing cost of goods manufactured.
Work with production teams to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
Ensure accurate allocation of overheads to products or departments.
Liaise with auditors and provide cost-related information when required.
Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and financial analysis.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Sage, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial data.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. < r>
Professional certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CIMA) is an advantage.
Key Responsibilities br>
Collect and analyze cost data from production, procurement, and inventory records.
Prepare cost reports and variance analyses comparing actual costs to budgeted costs.
Maintain and update cost accounting records in compliance with company policies.
Calculate standard costs and update them periodically based on market changes.
Monitor inventory levels, stock valuations, and wastage reports.
Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts with accurate cost estimates.
Assist in determining product pricing by computing cost of goods manufactured.
Work with production teams to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
Ensure accurate allocation of overheads to products or departments.
Liaise with auditors and provide cost-related information when required.
Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and financial analysis.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Sage, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial data.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. < r>
Professional certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CIMA) is an advantage.
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Cost Accountant
Umuahia, Abia
GGB
Posted 12 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
A Cost Accountant is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting cost-related data to support effective budgeting, cost control, and profitability analysis. They work closely with production, procurement, and finance teams to track costs, prepare variance reports, and ensure accurate allocation of expenses.
Key Responsibilities br>
Collect and analyze cost data from production, procurement, and inventory records.
Prepare cost reports and variance analyses comparing actual costs to budgeted costs.
Maintain and update cost accounting records in compliance with company policies.
Calculate standard costs and update them periodically based on market changes.
Monitor inventory levels, stock valuations, and wastage reports.
Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts with accurate cost estimates.
Assist in determining product pricing by computing cost of goods manufactured.
Work with production teams to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
Ensure accurate allocation of overheads to products or departments.
Liaise with auditors and provide cost-related information when required.
Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and financial analysis.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Sage, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial data.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. < r>
Professional certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CIMA) is an advantage.
Key Responsibilities br>
Collect and analyze cost data from production, procurement, and inventory records.
Prepare cost reports and variance analyses comparing actual costs to budgeted costs.
Maintain and update cost accounting records in compliance with company policies.
Calculate standard costs and update them periodically based on market changes.
Monitor inventory levels, stock valuations, and wastage reports.
Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts with accurate cost estimates.
Assist in determining product pricing by computing cost of goods manufactured.
Work with production teams to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
Ensure accurate allocation of overheads to products or departments.
Liaise with auditors and provide cost-related information when required.
Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and financial analysis.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Sage, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial data.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. < r>
Professional certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CIMA) is an advantage.
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Cost and General Ledger Accountant
SHENGWAY GLOBAL MERCHANT LIMITED
Posted 13 days ago
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Job Description
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting or any other related discipline. br>• elevant professional qualification or certification such as ACA, ACCA etc. < r>• M nimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior accounting role.
Job Description:
• Mon tor and check regularly for financial accuracy in the GLs. < r>• C eate additional GL, account options and ensure appropriate classification of main and sub accounts. < r>• C mpute the landing cost of all imported items and recommend selling prices based on mark-up policy of the company. < r>• C nduct financial accuracy check on all cash, bank balances. < r>• G ther all schedules and crosscheck to ensure financial accuracy with the book balance. < r>• M intain proper document filling for documents relating to imported goods such as invoice, bill of lading, custom duty, clearing and forwarding fee, product licensing fee etc. < r>• S earhead the circularization procedures of the company to ensure financial accuracy. < r>• R view PAYE, NSITF, Pension and process for monthly remittance. < r>• R view VAT, WHT and process for monthly remittance. < r>• B nk reconciliation check on all bank balances to ensure financial accuracy. < r>• S earhead the AR and AP process and ensure financial accuracy. < r>• A y other tasks as may be assigned by the Finance Manager. < r>
Skills Required:
• S rong knowledge of imported product costing, general ledger operations. < r>• P oficiency in accounting software and Microsoft excel. < r>• K owledge of IFRS and accounting principles. < r>• E cellent Accounting Skills. < r>• G eat Organizational skills. < r>• S rong analytical skills. < r>• T oroughness with attention to detail. < r>• S lid communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting or any other related discipline. br>• elevant professional qualification or certification such as ACA, ACCA etc. < r>• M nimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior accounting role.
Job Description:
• Mon tor and check regularly for financial accuracy in the GLs. < r>• C eate additional GL, account options and ensure appropriate classification of main and sub accounts. < r>• C mpute the landing cost of all imported items and recommend selling prices based on mark-up policy of the company. < r>• C nduct financial accuracy check on all cash, bank balances. < r>• G ther all schedules and crosscheck to ensure financial accuracy with the book balance. < r>• M intain proper document filling for documents relating to imported goods such as invoice, bill of lading, custom duty, clearing and forwarding fee, product licensing fee etc. < r>• S earhead the circularization procedures of the company to ensure financial accuracy. < r>• R view PAYE, NSITF, Pension and process for monthly remittance. < r>• R view VAT, WHT and process for monthly remittance. < r>• B nk reconciliation check on all bank balances to ensure financial accuracy. < r>• S earhead the AR and AP process and ensure financial accuracy. < r>• A y other tasks as may be assigned by the Finance Manager. < r>
Skills Required:
• S rong knowledge of imported product costing, general ledger operations. < r>• P oficiency in accounting software and Microsoft excel. < r>• K owledge of IFRS and accounting principles. < r>• E cellent Accounting Skills. < r>• G eat Organizational skills. < r>• S rong analytical skills. < r>• T oroughness with attention to detail. < r>• S lid communication skills.
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