Cost Manager

Best Group; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Best Group is looking for a Cost Analyst for a full-time, on-site role in Gurugram. The position involves analyzing product costing data, cost analysis, and managing cost data to optimize expenditures. Responsibilities include preparing cost reports and implementing cost control strategies.

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, a background in finance, and proficiency in relevant software. A Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field is required, along with certifications like CIMA, CMA, or CPA being a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience with cost calculation methods.
• Strong analytical skills to assess data and identify trends.
• Proficiency in cost control techniques.
• Detailed knowledge of cost accounting principles.
• Background in finance and budgeting expertise.
• Proficient in using financial software and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product costing data and cost analysis.
• Manage cost data for raw materials and manufacturing costs.
• Calculate product profitability and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare detailed cost reports and control strategies.
• Collaborate with business development and finance teams.

Skills

Cost calculation methods

Strong Analytical Skills

Cost Control and Management practices

Knowledge in Cost Accounting

Financial analysis and budgeting

Financial software proficiency

Excel skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

CIMA, CMA, or CPA certifications

Tools

Financial software

Excel

Job description

Best Group, is a diversified organization renowned for its exceptional contributions across industries including manufacturing, education, and advanced industrial solutions. With expertise in producing automotive components, defense products, and industrial IoT solutions, the company serves top-tier clients in sectors such as Automotive, Airlines, Hospitality, and IT. Best Group also leads in corporate child daycare in India, delivering innovative early education solutions. Known for quality, reliability, and forward-thinking, Best Group continues to innovate and deliver mission-critical and high-tech solutions globally.

Role Description

We are seeking a Cost Analyst for a full-time, on-site position based in Gurugram for the Manufacturing businesses.

The role involves analyzing product costing data, cost analysis, product costing configuration, managing cost data for raw material increase and other manufacturing costs constituents, calculation of product profitability analysis, to identify cost-saving opportunities, preparing detailed cost reports, and implementing effective cost control and management strategies.

The Cost Analyst will collaborate with business development team, supply chain functions, production engineering team, finance and other operational teams to optimize expenditures, develop budgets, monitor financial performance against budgets, and provide insightful recommendations to ensure high control on product costing matrix.

Qualifications

• Cost calculation methods
• Strong Analytical Skills to assess data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights
• Proficiency in Cost Control and Cost Management practices
• Detailed knowledge and experience in Cost Accounting principles and methodologies
• Background in Finance with demonstrated expertise in financial analysis and budgeting
• Proficient with financial software and tools; strong Excel skills
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required; certifications like CIMA, CMA, or CPA are a plus