Costing Executive (PrimaBaguz) (6-month contract)

Johnsonville; Kuala Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

PrimaBaguz, a Malaysia-based food manufacturer and part of Johnsonville, is hiring a Costing Analyst on a 6-month contract at Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor. You will analyze cost structures, perform target costing, and support monthly closings with accurate GP and SKU profitability data.

Your role requires 2 years of cost accounting experience, hands-on SAP or ERP systems, and strong Excel skills. You will collaborate with Finance and Production to drive cost improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Accounting/Finance or equivalents.
• 2 years’ experience in cost accounting.
• Hands-on SAP or any ERP system is a great advantage.
• Strong costing knowledge and experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office especially excel tools and functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly cost of goods sold and GP reports by SKU/customer.
• Conduct monthly closing for process orders and WIP.
• Analyze production variance and PPV to identify cost drivers.
• Maintain BOM accuracy before standard cost runs.

Skills

Cost accounting

ERP systems

Excel

Data extraction

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

ERP system

Job description

PrimaBaguz, established in 1987, is a Malaysian manufacturer renowned for its high-quality halal meat products consisting of frankfurters & sausages, cold-cuts, gourmet soups and sauces, meatballs and patties. Since 2020, it has been part of Johnsonville, a leading processed meat company from Wisconsin, USA. This acquisition strengthens Johnsonville’s foothold in Southeast Asia and enables access to global foodservice clients such as quick-service restaurants and HORECA services. Johnsonville aims to utilize PrimaBaguz’s halal expertise to expand into growing markets in Asia and the Middle East.

At PrimaBaguz, we believe our people are the core of everything we do. We create an environment where our members can learn and grow using our business as a platform to develop talent.

Position Overview

Responsible for analyzing cost-related areas and identifying process constraints. This includes conducting target costing projects, margin analysis, and tracing costs back to underlying activities. Perform constructing and monitoring cost-effective data accumulation systems to provide management with accurate and relevant costing information.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate base cost information to the Sales Team for the documentation of the Price Setting Form, ensuring that pricing decisions are based on reliable cost data.
• Coordinate and oversee regular cycle counts and annual stock counts to maintain accurate inventory records. Identify and address any discrepancies found during counts to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Perform monthly reconciliations between the Production Output Report and Inventory Report to ensure consistency and accuracy in reported data. Investigate and resolve any discrepancies identified during reconciliations.
• Generate the Monthly Inventory Ageing report to track the age of inventory items. Present the report during Ageing Meetings with the team to identify slow-moving or obsolete inventory and develop action plans.
• Prepare detailed Gross Profit (GP) margin reports by Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) and customer to analyze profitability and identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct thorough analyses on production variance and Purchase Price Variance (PPV) to identify and understand cost deviations. Determine the root causes of variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist the Budgetary team in accurately deriving the cost of goods sold, ensuring that financial reports reflect true production costs.
• Actively participate in quarterly meetings to review materials costs, providing insights and recommendations for cost management and reduction.
• Verify the accuracy of the Bill of Materials (BOM) before each standard cost run to ensure alignment with cost simulations and price quotations.
• Provide detailed analyses on production performance, cost savings, PPV, inventory, and product costing as required
• Complete monthly closing activities for process orders, Work in Progress (WIP), and production variance to ensure accurate financial records. Reconcile production data with financial records to ensure accuracy.
• Assist the manager in reviewing and refining processes related to product costing, standard cost, and inventory management. Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• To perform any other assigned duties from time to time.

Education

Bachelor of Accounting/Finance or equivalents.

Experience

• 2 years’ experience in cost accounting.
• Hands-on SAP or any ERP system is a great advantage.
• Strong costing knowledge and experience.

Skills

• Possess of knowledge and analysis skills, and the ability to collaborate with a multi-department team.
• Ability in extracting large databases.
• Ability to voice suggestions and comments effectively.
• Capable of working alone or teamwork.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office especially excel tools and functions.
• Good analytical skills.
• Ability to interact well and establish good relationships.

Other Requirements

• Coach: Manager – Finance (Costing)
• Department: Finance (Costing)
• Location: 43650 , Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia
• Member Status: 6-month contract

Benefits and Compensation

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

PrimaBaguz is committed to a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace where equal opportunity is fostered throughout the organization. We do not discriminate and practice merit-based hiring practices, evaluating each candidate based on their skills, experience and fit for the role.