Cost Accounting Analyst — Variance, Budgeting & Cost Reduction

SALINA TRADING CO LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading company in Dubai is seeking a Cost Accountant to develop and maintain cost accounting systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 1–3 years of experience in cost accounting. Responsibilities include analyzing manufacturing costs, conducting variance analysis, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. This role offers exposure to budgeting and forecasting processes.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cost accounting systems, documents, and records.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
• Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor and analyze cost movements and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting with cost-related data.
• Evaluate and update standard costing periodically.
• Prepare cost statements, profit analysis, and management reports.
• Support inventory valuation, reconciliation, and control activities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and company policies.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Excel

Proficiency in Tally

Strong analytical skills

Strong numerical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce (B.Com / BBA)

Tools

Costing modules

Job description

A leading trading company in Dubai is seeking a Cost Accountant to develop and maintain cost accounting systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 1–3 years of experience in cost accounting. Responsibilities include analyzing manufacturing costs, conducting variance analysis, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. This role offers exposure to budgeting and forecasting processes.