Cost Accountant at Bridgemead Consulting

Role Overview

• Oversee financial management, strategic planning, and risk management to drive business growth and profitability.
• The Cost Accountant meticulously tracks and analyzes all expenses while supporting strategic decision-making through financial insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and report financial performance. Prepare and review financial statements (balance sheet, income statement).
• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts. Conduct variance analysis and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement cost accounting systems. Track and analyze direct and indirect costs.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and recommend cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and manage budgets. Prepare and review forecasts and analyze budget variances.
• Conduct sensitivity analysis and support financial planning.
• Develop and implement inventory management systems.
• Track and analyze inventory levels and recommend optimization strategies.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations while identifying financial risks.
• Conduct special financial studies and analyses and implement process improvements.
• Provide financial support for strategic initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor cost accounting staff.
• Communicate financial results to management and non-financial stakeholders.
• Present financial information to senior management.
• Collaborate with other departments.

Educational Qualifications

• MSc, BSc or HND in Accounting.

Professional Certifications:

• Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
• Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN).

Experience Requirement:

• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in accounting or financial management.