• Application Deadline: Mon, 30 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Cost Accountant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

We are looking to hire a Cost Accountant with excellent organizational and analytical skills. Cost accountants are expected to be detailed oriented, knowledgeable on statistics, have strong problem-solving skills, work comfortably under pressure, and deliver on tight deadlines.

To ensure success, Cost accountants should be confident, professional, and meticulous with a keen interest in the cost-efficient operations of the organization. Top candidates will have outstanding presentation and report-writing skills, with the ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.

Cost Accountant Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the cost accounting system, documents, and records of the organization.


• Analyze and recommend costs and cost savings.


• Prepare and complete internal cost audits.


• Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements.


• Analyze the data collected and log a detailed record of the results.


• Analyze any changes in goods or services provided in order to determine what effect it has on the cost.


• Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.


• Make estimates of new and proposed product costs.


• Provide management with reports that specify and compare factors that affect prices and profitability of products or services.


• Assist in audits and general ledger preparation.


• Conduct physical inventories and monitor the cycle count program.

Cost Accountants Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in accounting or related field (essential).


• International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) accreditation (essential).


• Certified public accountant (CPA) license (essential).


• 5 years of Cost Accounting work experience (essential).


• Sound understanding of accounting principles.


• Solid cost systems background.


• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.


• Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills.


• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Excellent report-writing, communication, and IT skills.