Cost Accountant

CTI International (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Iskandar Puteri is seeking a Cost Accountant to manage inventory costing and valuation, ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, at least 5 years of experience, and strong Excel skills. This role involves preparing regular financial reports and collaborating across departments to enhance processes. The company offers perks such as medical insurance, flexible work arrangements, and free parking.

Benefits

Medical Insurance – Inpatient & Outpatient

Flexible Work Arrangement

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Deep understanding of costing and valuation of inventory in a manufacturing environment.
• Manufacturing experience in plastic & metal.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update standard cost in the ERP system.
• Ensure adherence to inventory reserve policies.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting.

Skills

Ability to work effectively with management

Strong attention to detail

High-level math skills

Very strong Excel skills

Excellent analytical skills

Effective communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Job description

Own the maintenance and update of accurate standard cost in the Company’s ERP system.

Develop into the Company expert on the Inventory Module within the ERP system and fully understand the transactions flow of the valuation of inventory, related cost of sales and quantities on hand.

Ensure that inventory reserve policies are properly adhered to for all sites.

Enforce proper accounting policies and methods in accordance with GAAP/IFRS for inventory related accounts.

Responsible to respond to all audit requests when it comes to the valuation and costing of inventory.

Periodically review and update standard labor and burden rates.

Timely preparation and presentation of Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly reporting in addition to Ad-hoc projects related to Valuation of Inventory and Contribution Margin by Vertical and Product Groups.

Manage and coordinate monthly financial analysis presentations to operations leadership.

Hands‑on participation preparing financial reports for key stakeholders (Board of Directors, Lenders, etc.).

Collaborate across functional departments to drive continuous improvements in reporting, budgeting, and analysis processes.

Conduct ad-hoc special projects to assist management in understanding business performance/processes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Deep understanding of costing and valuation of inventory in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work effectively with management and part of a team to meet targets.
• Strong attention to detail.
• High-level math skills and the ability to translate mathematical information into concise reports.
• Very strong Excel skills – able to use tools and shortcuts to work efficiently and effectively within Excel.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills – able to analyze and solve problems.
• Knowledge of accounting and financial principles.
• Database experience a plus but not required.
• Ability to effectively communicate with other departments.
• Manufacturing experience in plastic & metal.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Should have sound practical judgment of priorities.
• Self‑motivated, resourceful, and detail‑oriented, deadline driven.

Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as a Cost Accountant?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?

C‑Hawk Technology is a global leader in the manufacturing of components, assemblies, and processes for the semiconductor and healthcare industries. We’ve built onto our core plastic manufacturing capabilities to develop a broad portfolio of offerings including complex assemblies, gold plating and ultra‑high purity orbital welding.

Perks and benefits:

• Medical Insurance – Inpatient & Outpatient
• Flexible Work Arrangement
• Free Parking