Manufacturing Cost Accountant | Variance & ERP Reporting

Weatherford International Oil Field Services; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford International Oil Field Services in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Cost Accountant Analyst to support day-to-day costing and financial reporting in a JD Edwards environment. The role involves standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory accounting, along with building technical and analytical skills in the finance function.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Accounting or Finance, strong analytical abilities, and a willingness to learn. This position supports compliance with GAAP and requires effective communication and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Exposure to cost accounting, variance analysis or inventory is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain standard costs across BOMs and routings within JDE.
• Assist with month-end cost accounting close activities.
• Analyze manufacturing variances, including Job Cost Variance (JCV) and Purchase Price Variance (PPV).

Skills

Understanding of accounting principles and GAAP

Analytical mindset with attention to detail

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Solid Microsoft Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field

CPA, CA, ICWA or ACCA qualification

Tools

JD Edwards (JDE) EnterpriseOne

Job description

Weatherford International Oil Field Services in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Cost Accountant Analyst to support day-to-day costing and financial reporting in a JD Edwards environment. The role involves standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory accounting, along with building technical and analytical skills in the finance function.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Accounting or Finance, strong analytical abilities, and a willingness to learn. This position supports compliance with GAAP and requires effective communication and collaboration across teams.