Cost Control Manager / Executive

Jobstreet Malaysia; Selangor; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading job platform in Malaysia is seeking a Cost Control Manager to oversee cost control activities across projects while supporting budget management and efficiency initiatives. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related fields, along with 3-10 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing setting. Strong Microsoft Excel and analytical skills are essential, alongside the ability to communicate effectively in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-10 years of relevant experience in cost control, accounting, or management.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Willingness to travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute cost control activities to ensure effective cost management.
• Monitor and maintain tracking of costs, budgets, and cash flow.
• Conduct cost variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Trilingual (English, Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Power BI

Job description

What You’ll Do (Applicable to Both Roles)

• Support and execute cost control activities to ensure effective cost management.
• Monitor and maintain tracking of costs, budgets and cash flow.
• Support cash flow planning, budget utilization and purchase order (PO) management.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across ERP (Microsoft Dynamics 365) and Power BI.
• Work closely with Finance and Operations teams to drive cost efficiency.
• Conduct cost variance analysis, identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with internal and control policies and procedures.
• Carry out ad‑hoc tasks and assignments as required from time to time.

Additional Responsibilities – Cost Control Manager

• Oversee and coordinate cost control activities across projects, plants or departments.
• Review cost trends and utilization to support management decision‑making.
• Provide guidance, direction and coaching to executives or junior team members.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to cost control processes and systems.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics or related field.
• Minimum 3-10 years of relevant experience in cost control, cost accounting or cost management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills for cost analysis, modelling and simulation.
• Good analytical, problem‑solving and attention to detail skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
• Strong communication skills, trilingual in English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin is highly preferred.
• Willingness to travel when required.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (ERP) is preferred.
• Power BI exposure or working knowledge is an added advantage.
• Seniority and title (Manager or Executive) will be determined based on experience and competencies.