We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Cost Accountant to join our manufacturing finance team. The role focuses on analyzing production costs, monitoring inventory, and supporting management in decision-making related to cost efficiency, pricing, and profitability. The ideal candidate should have strong accounting knowledge with hands-on experience in cost accounting for manufacturing operations in the UAE.
Prepare and maintain detailed cost records for raw materials, labor, and overheads.
Monitor and analyze production costs, variances, and profitability by product line or department.
Assist in setting product pricing strategies based on cost and market data.
Conduct standard costing and variance analysis (material, labor, and overhead).
Maintain accurate inventory accounting and valuation for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
Ensure proper allocation of manufacturing costs to products and cost centers.
Reconcile inventory and cost accounts on a monthly basis.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual cost reports for management review.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
Ensure compliance with UAE accounting standards, internal controls, and statutory regulations.
Coordinate with external auditors during audits and provide cost-related information as required.
Recommend cost control measures and process improvements for manufacturing operations.
Collaborate with production, procurement, and finance teams to optimize costs and efficiency.
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Professional certification (ACCA, CPA, CMA) is a plus.
Minimum 3 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing company in the UAE.
Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, standard costing, and variance analysis.
Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel for data analysis.
Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
Strong communication and reporting skills.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
We are a trusted management consulting firm with a key focus on Search and Advisory solutions. Our purpose is to engage with leading organizations and support their human capital needs. We understand the challenges that our clients face while filling a vacancy and our candidates who seem unsure about the next best opportunity. We exist to humanize the entire process and transform it into a long standing relationship.
We believe people are the most vital element of an organization hence we instill a knowledge driven approach to our work and an open mind to connect with professionals globally. We are a trusted partner to our clients at all times and in exchange get to do some well-recognized work consistently.
With our head and heart at the right place we love doing this business. We are recognized by the quality of our placements and ability to offer customized solutions to our clients. With an intent to become a catalyst of change in the human resources industry, we strive day after day to deliver better results and make this business more people oriented.
