Cost Accountant(成本会计)

Responsibility :

1.Cost Control & Strategic Analysis

• Lead the monthly cost closing process, including production data checking, the preparation and posting of cost-related journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis (Actual vs. Budget/Standard/Forecast) by different views, e.g. by cost group (materials, labor, and overheads), by production process, by functions, and etc; identify root causes for fluctuations; and prepare regular periodical reports.
• Monitor and control procurement costs by reviewing Purchase Orders (PO) and validating goods received against Material Receipts (MR) to ensure financial accuracy.
• Work closely with operation teams to evaluate and recommend cost-saving opportunities across manufacturing, supply chain, and administrative functions.

2.Inventory Management

• Oversee the company's inventory control procedures, including inventory reporting, provision and revaluation, obsolescence review, and etc.
• Monitor inventory changes. Analyze inventory aging and turnover rates; proactively identify and recommend provisions for obsolete, slow-moving, or excess stock.
• Ensure the accurate valuation of inventory in compliance with GAAP/IFRS and internal policies.

3.Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Partnering

• Drive the annual budgeting process and periodic re-forecasting for P&L.
• Partner closely with Production, Procurement, and Supply Chain functions to challenge cost drivers, optimize resource allocation, improve financial-related performance and achieve KPI targets .
• Support commercial activities with accurate product costing, margin analysis, and pricing strategies for new and existing products.
• Perform ad-hoc analytical tasks cascaded down from global management.

4.Process Improvement & Compliance

• Maintain and improve standard costs within the SAP system to reflect current operational realities.
• Strengthen internal controls over inventory, purchasing, costing and reporting workflows to mitigate financial risks.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance cost accounting systems and digital reporting tools to improve data accuracy and decision-making speed.

5.Complete the temporary work tasks assigned by the superior leaders.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4 years of progressive experience in cost accounting or controlling in a manufacturing environment.
• Professional certification (e.g. CPA, CMA) is highly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, cost flows, and inventory management.
• Proficiency in SAP system.
• Advanced Excel skills are required (Power Query, Power BI, etc.). Experience with programming tools (Python or VBA) is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines.

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