Cost Accountant

Michael Page; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page Malaysia is seeking a Cost Accountant to prepare and analyse cost reports, working with production teams to set costing standards and budgets. The role involves monitoring cost allocations and supporting forecasting for financial reporting.

The successful candidate will have a degree in accounting/finance and strong cost accounting, analytical, and communication skills, with a focus on accuracy and cross-functional collaboration. This is a permanent role in the manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Cost accounting and financial analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and principles.
• Experience with accounting software.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse cost reports to identify variances and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with production teams to establish costing standards and budgets.
• Monitor inventory transactions and ensure accurate cost allocations.
• Support financial reporting with detailed cost analysis and forecasting.
• Assist in annual budgets and periodic cost reviews.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Provide insights to management on cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of cost data and related documentation.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

Accounting standards

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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• Prepare and analyse cost reports to identify variances and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with production teams to establish accurate costing standards and budgets.
• Monitor inventory transactions and ensure accurate cost allocations.
• Support financial reporting with detailed cost analysis and forecasting.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic cost reviews.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Provide insights to management on cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of cost data and related documentation.

• Prepare and analyse cost reports to identify variances and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with production teams to establish accurate costing standards and budgets.
• Monitor inventory transactions and ensure accurate cost allocations.
• Support financial reporting with detailed cost analysis and forecasting.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic cost reviews.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Provide insights to management on cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of cost data and related documentation.

One of the global leaders in precision plastic componentsOne of the leading providers of ultra-high purity (UHP)

A successful Cost Accountant should have:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proficiency in cost accounting and financial analysis.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and principles.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

One of the globally connected manufacturing groups with operations across the United States, Malaysia, Singapore, China, and Vietnam, enabling regional manufacturing support and supply chain resilience.

• Competitive month salary ranging from MYR 7,000 to MYR 9,000.
• Permanent role in the industrial and manufacturing sector.
• Opportunities to contribute to key financial decisions and cost optimisation strategies.