Manufacturing Cost Analyst & Budgeting

ICHOR Systems; Selangor; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a cost accounting professional to oversee manufacturing cost controls and budgeting. The role covers month-end close, variance analysis, BOM costing, and cross-functional cost optimization within Malaysia operations.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in cost accounting in manufacturing, with strong Excel/Power BI skills and Oracle Cloud ERP experience. This position involves collaboration across departments and auditing support.

Qualifications

• Recognized degree, ACCA graduate or other equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• 3-5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong management accounting knowledge and analytical skills.
• Independent, mature, self-motivated and possess ‘can-do’ attitude.
• High attention to details, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI and ERP systems (preferably Oracle Cloud).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform month end / quarter end closing activities in the inventory/manufacturing area.
• Analyse work order and absorption variances, identifying drivers and proposing corrective actions.
• Calculate and maintain product costs and validate cost data in product BOMs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify cost optimization opportunities and process improvements.
• Partner with inventory team for accurate costing of inventory items and resolution of discrepancies.
• Support standard cost roll and cycle inventory count.
• Liaise with internal & external auditors.
• Handle ad hoc activities as assigned.
• Prepare monthly management reporting of actuals vs forecast/AOP.
• Support annual operating plan (AOP) and forecast process for Malaysia manufacturing plant.
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with SOX regulations.
• Support US GAAP, SOX, tax and statutory audits.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve operational efficiency.

Job description

Jora Malaysia is seeking a cost accounting professional to oversee manufacturing cost controls and budgeting. The role covers month-end close, variance analysis, BOM costing, and cross-functional cost optimization within Malaysia operations.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in cost accounting in manufacturing, with strong Excel/Power BI skills and Oracle Cloud ERP experience. This position involves collaboration across departments and auditing support.