Manufacturing Cost Accountant | Budgeting & Analysis

SGET Pte Ltd; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EPF

SOCSO

EIS

Annual Bonus

Annual Leave

Medical and Hospitalisation Leave

Overtime Pay

Medical Insurance

Allowance Provided

5 Working Days

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced accounting/finance professional to support financial planning and cost accounting for our manufacturing operations. You will manage cost data, variance analyses, budgeting, and prepare management reports to drive cost efficiency.

The role requires 2–4 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or audit, with strong Excel skills and knowledge of Malaysian taxation. Collaboration with production and procurement teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of executive-level accounting or finance experience.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry is preferred; candidates with relevant audit firm experience will also be considered.
• Good knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Familiar with manufacturing costing, including raw materials, labour, and overhead allocation.
• Knowledge of Malaysian taxation, including Corporate Income Tax, SST, and customs duties, is an advantage.
• Proficient in accounting/ERP systems such as SQL Accounting and Kingdee.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial data analysis.
• Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or MIA are preferred.
• Good analytical, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering and preparing financial data to support the company’s financial planning and operational objectives.
• Monitor Malaysian tax updates and industry trends and provide relevant information for management review.
• Handle day-to-day manufacturing cost accounting, including raw materials, labour, overheads, and other production costs.
• Prepare regular cost variance analysis and identify potential cost reduction opportunities.
• Assist in preparing the annual budget and monitor monthly departmental budget performance.
• Compile financial data and supporting information for regular forecasting and management reports.
• Prepare timely monthly and quarterly financial statements, including Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement.
• Prepare and analyse key financial and operational metrics, including gross profit margin, inventory turnover, and capacity utilization.
• Monitor daily cash flow movements to ensure sufficient funds for normal production operations.
• Prepare supporting documents for Malaysian tax compliance, including Corporate Income Tax, SST, and customs duties, and assist with tax submissions.
• Work closely with production, procurement, and supply chain teams to provide financial and costing support.

Skills

Cost accounting

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Variance analysis

Manufacturing costing

Excel

Financial data analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or above in Finance/Accounting/Financial Management

Tools

SQL Accounting

Kingdee

Job description

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced accounting/finance professional to support financial planning and cost accounting for our manufacturing operations. You will manage cost data, variance analyses, budgeting, and prepare management reports to drive cost efficiency.

The role requires 2–4 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or audit, with strong Excel skills and knowledge of Malaysian taxation. Collaboration with production and procurement teams is essential.