Cost Accountant at Sigma Consult

A client in the hospitality sector in Lekki is looking to fill the role of a Cost Accountant with excellent organizational and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the cost accounting system, documents, and records of the organization.

• Collect cost information, review the standard and actual costs for inaccuracies, and maintain an expenses database

• Determine the actual cost of providing our service, scrutinize associated company expenses, and analyze profitability.

• Prepare and maintain an effective budget, also preparing budgeting reports (for the company and for each department)

• Analyze any changes in services provided in order to determine what effect it has on the cost.

• Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements.

• Prepare and complete internal cost audits.

• Prepare (monthly, quarterly and annual) cost forecasts.

• Provide management with reports that specify and compare factors that affect prices and profitability of products or services.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant study (essential).

• Minimum of 2 years work experience as a Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, or similar role

• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures.

• Experience with ERP software.

• Solid cost systems background.

• Outstanding emotional intelligence.

• Excellent report-writing, communication, and IT skills.

• Integrity, with an ability to handle confidential information.

• Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

Remuneration: 80,000 – 100,000