Manufacturing Cost Accountant & Variance Analyst

SGET Pte Ltd; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; 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 finance professional to join our accounting team in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia. The role focuses on manufacturing cost accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and variance analysis to support operational objectives.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, or related fields, 2–4 years of executive accounting experience, and familiarity with SQL Accounting and Kingdee. CPA/ACCA/MIA qualifications are a plus.

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 preferred; audit firm experience considered.
• Good knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Familiar with manufacturing costing: raw materials, labour, overhead allocation.
• Knowledge of Malaysian taxation (CIT, SST, 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 CIT, 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

Excel

financial data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Financial Management

CPA/ACCA/CIMA/MIA

Tools

SQL Accounting

Kingdee

Job description

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced finance professional to join our accounting team in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia. The role focuses on manufacturing cost accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and variance analysis to support operational objectives.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, or related fields, 2–4 years of executive accounting experience, and familiarity with SQL Accounting and Kingdee. CPA/ACCA/MIA qualifications are a plus.