Cost Accountant

Essential Functions:

- Analyse manufacturing and operational costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead.

- Develop and maintain standard cost models for all food products and production processes.

- Prepare and review cost reports, budgets, and forecasts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

- Perform variance analysis (actual vs. standard cost) and report on key drivers to management.

- Monitor inventory levels, perform periodic physical inventory checks, and reconcile discrepancies.

- Collaborate with procurement and production teams to track and manage waste, spoilage, and yield loss.

- Assist in pricing decisions by providing cost-based insights and profitability analysis.

- Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and food safety regulations.

- Support external audits and provide documentation as required.

- Contribute to cost-saving initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and recommending process improvements.

- Provide weekly and monthly reports.

- Assist in ad hoc projects.

- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies:

- Strategic and advisory

- Management accounting, information and advice

- Problem Solving

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Supervisory Responsibility:

- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department