Job Summary:
Dr. Lime is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Cost Accountant to join its Finance team in Gurgaon. The role involves overseeing cost control processes, budgeting, variance analysis, and cost optimization across the business, with a strong focus on manufacturing and mining operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and manage the cost accounting system across business units, especially for manufacturing and mining operations.
- Analyze product costing, process costing, overhead allocation, and inventory valuation.
- Monitor standard costing vs actuals, and analyze variances with actionable insights.
- Prepare cost sheets, BOM analysis, and profitability reports for products and business units.
- Support in budgeting, forecasting, and cost planning exercises.
- Collaborate with the operations, procurement, and inventory teams to streamline cost flows.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements.
- Ensure compliance with statutory cost audit requirements and support external/internal audits.
- Prepare MIS reports related to cost center performance, material usage efficiency, and production costing.
- Support pricing decisions through cost data analysis and margin monitoring.
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Strong command of costing principles, cost audit standards, and cost control techniques
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Tally, Oracle) and Excel-based reporting tools
- Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and business acumen
- Good communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic business environment
- Preferred Industry Background:
- Manufacturing (cement, lime, chemical, minerals, etc.)
- Mining or heavy industries
Mandatory Requirements:
- CMA (ICMAI) Qualified
- 5–8 years of relevant experience
- Willingness to work from the Gurgaon office full-time
Experience Required: 5–8 Years in cost accounting, preferably in manufacturing/mining/chemical sectors
Qualification: CMA (Cost & Management Accountant) – Qualified
