We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytically driven Cost Accountant to join our Finance team at Coimbatore. The role involves end-to-end cost management across multiple plant operations, month-end closure activities, variance analysis, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a solid understanding of manufacturing cost structures.
Cost Management & Multi-Plant Operations:
Manage and monitor product costing across multiple plant locations.
Develop and maintain standard costs for raw materials, labour, and overheads.
Conduct inter-plant cost comparisons and performance benchmarking.
Track and analyse cost of production, cost of goods sold (COGS), and inventory valuation.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend corrective actions to management.
Month-End Closure
Ensure timely and accurate month-end close activities including journal entries and accruals
Reconcile cost ledgers with the general ledger and resolve discrepancies
Prepare and review cost centre-wise expense reports and allocations
Coordinate with plant finance teams to complete closure as per deadlines
Financial Reporting & MIS
Prepare monthly MIS reports, cost sheets, and profitability analysis.
Assist in preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis reports.
Provide financial insights to support management decision-making.
Qualifications & Eligibility:
B.Com / M.Com / MBA (Finance) / CMA Inter — from a recognised university.
1 to 5 years of relevant experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Prior exposure to multi-plant or multi-location operations is an added advantage.
Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis) is mandatory.
Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Tally Prime, Oracle, or equivalent.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and numerical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Tamil.
