Cost Controlling Specialist

Cost Controlling Specialist

Bekaert Group

Aalter, Belgium

Purpose and Mission

Responsible for analyzing and managing the costs associated with the company’s operations.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Cost Analysis: Collect and analyze cost information to determine the cost of business activities and identify cost-saving opportunities;
• Budgeting: Prepare and monitor budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals and identifying variances;
• Cost Reporting: Generate detailed cost reports and present findings to management, highlighting key insights and recommendations;
• Standard Costing: Develop and maintain standard costs for products and services, ensuring accuracy and consistency;
• Variance Analysis: Conduct variance analysis to compare actual costs to standard costs, identifying reasons for discrepancies;
• Inventory Management: Monitor and analyze inventory costs, ensuring accurate valuation and cost control;
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance cost efficiency and operational effectiveness;
• Compliance: Ensure all cost accounting activities comply with relevant accounting standards and regulations.

Skills

• Exceptional ability to analyze financial data and identify cost-saving opportunities;
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Familiarity with cost accounting software and financial reporting tools;
• Strong problem-solving skills to address and resolve cost-related issues;
• Understanding of relevant accounting standards and compliance requirements.

Previous Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting or a related accounting role;
• Experience with accounting software and financial reporting tools.

Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor’s Degre in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

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