Location:
Umuahia, Abia
Contract Type:
Full Time
Experience Required:
2 years
Education Level:
Technical
Salary:
200.000,00 NGN /
Monthly
Job Description
A Cost Accountant is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting cost-related data to support effective budgeting, cost control, and profitability analysis. They work closely with production, procurement, and finance teams to track costs, prepare variance reports, and ensure accurate allocation of expenses.
Key Responsibilities
Collect and analyze cost data from production, procurement, and inventory records.
Prepare cost reports and variance analyses comparing actual costs to budgeted costs.
Maintain and update cost accounting records in compliance with company policies.
Calculate standard costs and update them periodically based on market changes.
Monitor inventory levels, stock valuations, and wastage reports.
Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts with accurate cost estimates.
Assist in determining product pricing by computing cost of goods manufactured.
Work with production teams to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
Ensure accurate allocation of overheads to products or departments.
Liaise with auditors and provide cost-related information when required.
Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and financial analysis.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Sage, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial data.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Professional certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CIMA) is an advantage.
Key Responsibilities
Collect and analyze cost data from production, procurement, and inventory records.
Prepare cost reports and variance analyses comparing actual costs to budgeted costs.
Maintain and update cost accounting records in compliance with company policies.
Calculate standard costs and update them periodically based on market changes.
Monitor inventory levels, stock valuations, and wastage reports.
Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts with accurate cost estimates.
Assist in determining product pricing by computing cost of goods manufactured.
Work with production teams to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
Ensure accurate allocation of overheads to products or departments.
Liaise with auditors and provide cost-related information when required.
Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and financial analysis.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Sage, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial data.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Professional certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CIMA) is an advantage.
Number of vacancies:
10
Company Description
Golden Guinea Breweries Plc is a Nigerian brewery located in Umuahia, Abia state. We engage in brewing, Packaging, marketing and distribution of high quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Our product brands are, Eagle Stout, Golden Guinea Lager beer (RGB&CAN), Golden Guinea Malta 33cl can, Oldsborg Lager beer, Oldsborg Malta 33cl can and Colosso Stout. We pride ourselves in our production ability, competitive prices, high standard of quality and adaptability to change in the market and in our method of practice.
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