Cost Accounting Section Head – Steel Structure Industry

Confidential -; Riyadh; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company in the steel structure manufacturing industry seeks an experienced Cost Section Head. The role involves managing cost accounting functions, budgeting, and financial analysis to enhance profitability. Candidates should have a proven background in the steel industry and strong leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of accounting experience, including 3 years in cost accounting role.
• Mandatory proven experience in the steel structure industry.
• Strong understanding of logistics and procurement cost drivers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cost accounting function ensuring accurate cost tracking.
• Oversee budgeting and financial analysis processes.
• Collaborate with teams to analyze BOMs and validate cost estimates.

Skills

Cost structures and material consumption

Project-based accounting

Cost control

Financial analysis

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Odoo

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Cost Section Head to lead the cost accounting function within a dynamic steel structure manufacturing and contracting environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing cost control, budgeting, and financial analysis processes, ensuring accurate cost tracking across fabrication and erection projects. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and deep industry knowledge to support decision-making and improve profitability.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a cost accounting role (Mandatory proven experience in the Steel Structure industry. Candidates without relevant experience in this field will not be considered).
• In-depth understanding of cost structures and material consumption specific to steel fabrication and erection projects.
• Experience in tracking and analyzing steel usage, waste, and recovery in production processes.
• Familiarity with project-based accounting for steel structure contracts, including progress billing and retention.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering and production teams to analyze BOMs (Bill of Materials) and validate cost estimates.
• Experience in monitoring subcontractor costs and evaluating their financial impact on steel structure projects.
• Strong understanding of logistics and procurement cost drivers in steel supply chains.
• Previous involvement in cost control for fabrication workshops and erection sites is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in pricing, cost estimation, and budget preparation.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, preferably Odoo.
• Excellent communication skills in English (both spoken and written).
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.