Cost Analyst (FP&A)

OUS Group of Companies; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Optical Benefits

Group Term Life & Personal Accident

Performance Bonus & Increment

Company Trip & Events

Complimentary snacks and coffee

Birthday celebrations

Insurance coverage

Job summary

OUS Group of Companies is seeking a Cost Analyst to shape financial decisions through cost analysis and data-driven recommendations. The role focuses on uncovering cost-saving opportunities, optimizing expenditures, and guiding strategic decisions with clarity and precision.

The team values curiosity, proactivity, and continuous improvement, with responsibilities spanning data collection, P&L deep-dives, and presenting clear insights to senior management to support organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, preferably with a focus on cost.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with SQL is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to read and write Mandarin (as required for role-specific coordination).
• Willingness to travel for business-related assignments.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and maintain cost data to support reporting and financial analysis.
• Perform deep-dive analysis of P&L statements, projects, and operational processes.
• Evaluate cost behaviors across varying scenarios to highlight savings opportunities.
• Monitor and reinforce cost control compliance across departments.
• Partner with functional leads to drive cost-reduction initiatives.
• Translate complex financial data into accessible insights for non-finance stakeholders.
• Prepare clear, actionable reports and presentations for senior management.
• Support cross-functional tasks and contribute to broader organizational goals.

Job description

As a Cost Analyst, you'll play an integral role in shaping financial decisions through insightful cost analysis and data-driven recommendations. Your mission is to uncover cost-saving opportunities, optimize expenditures, and guide strategic decision-making with clarity and precision. Beyond crunching numbers, you bring curiosity, a proactive mindset, and a relentless pursuit of improvement – always asking "How can we do this better?"

Key responsibilities

Collect, validate, and maintain cost data to support reporting and financial analysis

Perform deep-dive analysis of P&L statements, projects, and operational processes

Evaluate cost behaviors across varying scenarios to highlight savings opportunities

Monitor and reinforce cost control compliance across departments

Partner with functional leads to drive cost-reduction initiatives

Translate complex financial data into accessible insights for non-finance stakeholders

Prepare clear, actionable reports and presentations for senior management

Support cross-functional tasks and contribute to broader organizational goals

About you

Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, preferably with a focus on cost

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Experience with SQL is an added advantage

Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills

Ability to read and write Mandarin (as required for role-specific coordination)

Willingness to travel for business-related assignments

About us

At OUS Group, we believe in crafting a work experience that's as fulfilling as the career path itself. Our office in Lakefield, Sungai Besi, Kuala Lumpur is easily accessible via LRT and MRT. We are a warm and enthusiastic team that thrives on mutual support, innovation, and shared success. We are a fast-paced, expanding organization that offers opportunities to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.

Complimentary snacks, soft drinks, and freshly brewed coffee from our Nespresso machine

Celebrations for birthdays and festive gatherings

Insurance coverage to support your well-being

• Medical Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Optical Benefits
• Group Term Life & Personal Accident Benefits
• Performance Bonus & Increment
• Company Trip & Events

We were established in 2011 as a leading provider of metal scrap, catering to the steel mills in Malaysia. In 2013, we expanded our scope and emerged as a prominent trader for natural resources such as iron ore, metallurgical coke throughout Malaysia and the Asia Pacific region. Committed to continuous expansion of mining assets, in 2017 we acquired our first iron ore mines in Malaysia, ensuring a reliable supply and self-sufficiency. We have acquired several additional iron ore mines, positioning ourselves as a prominent force in the iron ore industry. Our goal as part of the OUS Group is to be the strategic global partner of choice, delivering top-notch services to esteem business partners.