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;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 preferably and manufacturing background A
MUST
- Ability to
work independently under minimal supervision
Please
email your CV to riona@kentrain.co.ke by 26th of April; kindly do not apply if
you have no previous experience in manufacturing industry.
