Costing Manager

Job Description : COSTING MANAGER GUINEA We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Costing Manager to join a renowned conglomerate company in Guinea Conakry. As the Costing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in optimising our cost structures, enhancing profitability, and ensuring the smooth financial operations of our company. Analyse costs by studying historical data, identifying trends in expenses, and recommending cost reduction strategies. Conduct daily and weekly cost accounting closing functions while developing and analysing general ledger and financial statements on a monthly basis. Run monthly cost forecasts and ensure targets are met within deadlines, maintaining accurate expenditure records in appropriate journals and ledgers. Monitor project progress to meet deadlines and objectives. Apportion costs among various units of production and management. Ensure accurate allocation of production costs to material costs, wages, and overheads. Prepare cost estimates for unique products to establish pricing and production forecasts. Consolidate manufacturing costs for payroll and inventory accounts. Continuously improve systems and procedures, initiating corrective actions. Lead projects and guide staff to ensure compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with the Supply Chain & Industrial Operations teams to assess and implement effective systems. Develop a dynamic reporting platform to provide regular financial updates to the Management for the Groups of Companies in West Africa. Monitor and analyse accounting data, producing final reports and statements. Champion a culture of risk management within the organisation. Previous experience in a Manufacturing setup (Preferably Plastics and Paints Industry) and trading (Automotive, agro-commodities experience is a plus). Familiarity with West African countries and Francophone countries is preferred. Knowledge of the French language is advantageous. Chartered Accountant (CA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), or Institute of Cost and Works Accountants (ICWA) certification. Master's Degree in Management Information Systems (MIS), Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. 8+ years of relevant experience.

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