Costing Officer / Executive

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

Job summary

A company specializing in cost management is seeking a Costing Officer in Johor, Malaysia. The role involves preparing and analyzing cost data to support business decisions, budgeting, and financial planning. Candidates should have a Diploma or Degree in Accounting or a related field, alongside 1-3 years of experience in costing. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in AutoCount Accounting, and attention to detail are essential for this position. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in costing or inventory control.
• Hands-on experience with AutoCount Accounting is an advantage.
• Detail-oriented and able to work under pressure during month-end closing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze product costing including materials and labour.
• Monitor production cost and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Provide costing data for quotations and product development.
• Prepare weekly/monthly costing reports and present findings.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams and support audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excel skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

AutoCount Accounting

Job description

The Costing Officer is responsible for preparing, analyzing, and maintaining accurate cost data to support pricing decisions, budgeting, and financial planning. This role ensures the company’s cost records are up-to-date and provides insights to improve cost efficiency and profitability.

1. Product Costing & Analysis

• Prepare product costing, including materials, labour, overheads, and logistics.
• Review and update Bill of Materials (BOM) and standard cost regularly.
• Conduct variance analysis between actual cost vs standard cost.
• Analyze cost changes and their impact on pricing and profitability.

2. Cost Control & Monitoring

• Monitor production cost, wastage, and efficiency levels.
• Verify material consumption and reconcile against production reports.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and areas of improvement.
• Assist in monthly closing activities related to costing.

3. Pricing Support

• Provide costing data for quotation, tender, and new product development.
• Liaise with Sales, Production, and R&D teams to validate pricing structure.
• Maintain price list and costing records for management reference.

4. Reporting

• Prepare weekly/monthly costing reports and dashboards.
• Report cost variances, margin analysis, and key cost indicators.
• Present cost findings and recommendations to management.

5. Cross-Department Coordination

• Work closely with Production, Procurement, Warehouse, and Finance teams.
• Support internal/external audits by providing costing and stock‑related information.
• Ensure AutoCount configurations comply with company SOP and accounting standards.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, Costing, or related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in costing/inventory control.
• Hands‑on experience with AutoCount Accounting is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of costing methods (FIFO, WA, Standard Costing).
• Good analytical, problem‑solving & Excel skills.
• Detail‑oriented and able to work under pressure during month‑end closing.

Added Advantages

• Experience in bakery and pastry manufacturing/production environment.
• Familiarity with BOM, work order, or production modules in AutoCount.
• Knowledge of inventory management and internal controls.

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