My client is in search of a very strong, energetic, self starter
cost accountant to assume the responsibility of their cost accounting function.
The following are the attributes the candidates should have;
The following are the attributes the candidates should have;
Cost Accountant
Major Responsibilities Include:
- Prepare,
analyze and report weekly, monthly, quarterly gross margin analysis by Job
by customer
- Assist
in month-end closing, prepare journal entries as necessary, analyze
inventory evaluation, inventory roll forward
- Coordinate
with IT department for system issues, maintenance and development such as
production, purchasing, import/export, accounts payable, accounts
receivable, import/export IT, receiving, shipping, and other.
- Analyze
cost accounting data and assist with cycle count/physical inventories
- Prepare
detailed account analysis and reconcile sales, cost and inventory,
liability accounts by, job, customer type by division
- Review
and analyze inventory and margin reports, conduct research and perform
analytical studies in regards to cost analyses and profitability
- Work
in special projects as required
- Support
and assist internal department reporting requirements such as audit
schedules, tax schedules and others
- Ensure
timely submission, accuracy and validity of inventory, gross margin
schedules to management
Minimum Qualifications Are:
- Bachelor's
Degree in Accounting/Finance (CPA (K)/ACCA required
- Ability
to perform the essential functions of the job typically
- Acquired
through 5 or more years of related experience
- Ability
to apply knowledge of IFRS & Cost Accounting Standards
- Must
be able to adapt to new and different computer programs and software to
enable efficient data gathering and analysis
- Ability
to research, compile, analyze and interpret data
- Good
written, verbal communication and collaborative skills
- Proficiency
in Excel and Microsoft Office products
- Ability
to analyze and reconcile complex accounts and reserves
- Strong
organizational and communication skills
- Detail
oriented
- Print
& Packaging industry background preferred
- Ability
to work independently under minimal supervision
Please email your CV to riona@kentrain.co.ke by the 28th of
March2013
