Plant Controller (FMCG)

You'll be the Plant Controller driving the overall costing end to end for the business and you'll be involved in key decisions making and challenges to uplift and improve the current business model.

Client Details

Our client is a strong FMCG manufacturer and they're looking for talented individual who can be involve in the business.

Description

• Manage all aspect of cost accounting work including standard cost update, variances analysis, intercompany profit elimination, revenue cut-off testing and other month-end close tasks.
• Manage day to day operations of the cost accounting function from management of costs to supporting Operations team
• Responsible for monthly inventory reconciliation, open production order aging report & inventory aging report, customer and vendor consigned inventory
• Oversee processes and controls associated with manufacturing costs; direct and indirect costs including compliance to Group and Company policies and procedures
• Conducts physical inventory and monitor cycle-count program
• Monitor BOM and liaise closely with operations team
• Calculates and maintain a list of accurate and up-to-date product costing for new and proposed products
• Maintain accurate standard costs of manufacturing components and finished goods in the ERP system
• Work with Head of Procurement to calculate impact of changes in procurement prices of raw materials, and support negotiation discussion
• Plan, organize and direct all the activities of the cost accounting function
• Ensure SST/SSB computation are correctly performed, reconciled and payment made on time
• Liaise with Custom on any audit/other matters Actively participate in the annual budgeting process by providing updated cost information across different product lines
• Manage day to day operations of the existing cost accounting function from management of current rates to monthly close and analysis
• Maintain integrity and accuracy of accounting system
• Prepare ad hoc reporting and analyses and assist team with special projects as requested
• Liaise with production, engineering, supply chain and warehousing departments for continuous improvement
• Identify any improvement areas to ensure continuous efficiency and effectiveness

Profile

• Degree in Accountancy/Finance or related professional qualifications, with a sound understanding of accounting standards
• Professional qualification will be added advantage
• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience in similar role(s)
• Must have strong cost management background in a manufacturing environment, preferably from an MNC
• Hands-on experience using ERP system, and have done system implementation setup of a manufacturing module
• Strong analytical mindset, meticulous, and pro-active in solving problems
• Ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong and positive interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively across different levels in organization
• Strong planning & organizational skills, with ability to work under tight deadlines independently
• Computer literate i.e. MS Word, MS Excel, software application

Job Offer

You'll be working in a challenging envrionment, bringing contribution to the business in your expertise area.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Carolyne Yew on +603 2302 4102