Costing Manager

M-Link System (M) Sdn Bhd; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT product distributor in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Costing Manager to oversee and optimize the product costing function. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, leadership capabilities, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include managing a product costing team, ensuring accuracy in costing data, and maintaining compliance with pricing policies. A Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field and at least 3 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in costing, pricing, or financial analysis, preferably in a distribution environment.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and ERP systems.
• Ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the product costing team to achieve operational excellence.
• Ensure all costing activities are accurate and timely.
• Collaborate with Product Managers to optimize product cost structures.
• Prepare and present weekly inventory reports to management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Cost accounting principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Costing Manager is responsible for leading the product costing function, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company profitability objectives. This role requires strong analytical skills, leadership capabilities, and close collaboration with cross‑functional teams to optimize cost structures and maintain pricing governance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the product costing team to achieve operational excellence and deliver accurate costing data.

Establish, maintain, and enforce standardized costing processes, procedures, and pricing governance across all product lines.

Ensure all costing activities are accurate, timely, and aligned with the company’s profitability and strategic objectives.

Collaborate with Product Managers to develop, review, and optimize product cost structures for competitiveness and sustainability.

Prepare and present weekly inventory reports to management.

Monitor daily product billing prices to ensure compliance with approved pricing policies.

Undertake additional duties or special assignments as directed by senior management.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.

Minimum 3 years of experience in costing, pricing, or financial analysis, preferably in distribution environment.

Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and ERP systems.

Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

Ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

M-Link's Background:

Founded in 1989 by Ms. Jane Tay, M-Link began serving Malaysia’s growing IT sector. Incorporated in 1995 as M-Link System (M) Sdn Bhd (335133‑T), the company has become a leading IT product distributor. With strong dealer support and a curated product range, M-Link stands out for distribution excellence. Trusted by top IT vendors, it partners with leading brands to deliver the latest solutions. Today, M-Link operates six strategic branches nationwide.

Our Commitment:

We always commit to be the best‑in‑class distribution company in Malaysia by offering end‑to‑end solutions at competitive pricing, fast delivery, sound technical support and excellent after‑sales service.