Accountant (Project Costing)

Kuok (Singapore) Limited; Batam; On-site; USD 12.000 - 18.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Costing Officer based in Batam, Indonesia. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining costing ledgers, preparing audits, and managing project costing processes. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, alongside a degree in Accountancy or relevant qualifications. Ideal for individuals with at least 5 years of experience in a related field, this position offers a dynamic environment and the chance to contribute significantly to the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in costing.
• Proactive, independent, meticulous with strong analytical skills.
• Experience liaising with external auditors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain costing ledgers and handle project costing processes.
• Prepare costing audit schedules and monthly performance reports.
• Monitor warranty provisions and coordinate with the Commercial Department.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational abilities

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Accountancy

CPA qualification

ACCA qualification

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Maintain costing ledgers for jobs undertaken by the company, including updating project record books upon receiving job activity and billing details.
2. Handle project costing processes.
3. Execute plan cost uploads and convert them into budgets for projects upon request from the Commercial Department.
4. Liaise and follow up with the Commercial Department on project matters.
5. Prepare costing audit schedules.
6. Monitor warranty provisions and their utilization.
7. Coordinate with the Commercial Department (SB) on Interco PO matters.
8. Maintain and schedule the transfer of revenue projects to TECO and CLOSED status as part of administrative processes to tighten project status management.
9. Prepare costing journals and allocate expenses.
10. Ensure all POC % updates, plan costs, and sales orders are completed within the given timeframe.
11. Consolidate group project monthly performance reports, ensuring revenue and costs are accurately reflected in the Profit and Loss Account.
12. Prepare monthly shipyard performance reports.
13. Generate RA and proceed with RA settlement postings upon final review by the Accounts Officer (Costing).
14. Handle external audit issues.
15. Perform ad-hoc assignments as required.
16. Follow safety rules and regulations as set out in the Occupational Health & Safety Policy and Environmental Policy of the yard.

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in Accountancy, CPA, or ACCA qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel (internal and external).
• Proactive, independent, and meticulous with attention to detail and figures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities to ensure policy compliance and adherence to procedures.
• Practical and hands-on with the capability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of financial reporting standards (FRS).
• Experience liaising with external auditors on accounting and financial matters.