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Senior Accountant (9 months contract)

Job Responsibilities:

Plans, study and collects data to determine cost of project and savings activity such overhead costs, material costs, direct labor and indirect labor costs. Possess experience in BOM, Routing and standard cost set-up.
Analyses data obtained and record results.
Analyses actual project costs and savings, prepares periodic comparisons to forecast and budget.
Compiles cost information to be used in budget and forecast preparation, year-end and tax package reporting.
Makes estimates on future project cost.
Project Capital Reporting.
Provides management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting the project.
Perform any other relevant and related responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time as required by superior.

Skills/Requirements:

Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.
Efficient communication skills to address at all hierarchy levels and within the matrix organization. Proficient in English.
Accounting / Costing / Reporting skills in a manufacturing environment with ability to provide meaningful analysis to Management.
Experience on Capital Expense tracking and reporting.
Knowledge of Financial and Manufacturing Modules in any reputable ERP System and Hyperion Financial Management is preferred.
Strong PC skills particularly in Microsoft Excel.
Ability to work longer hours during month-end and year-end closing.
Willing to take on new responsibilities and grow with the role.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor Degree in Accounting or professional qualification e.g. CA/ACCA/ CIMA/MICPA/CPA.
Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience.
Prior working experience in the Finance Department of a large US based manufacturing would be an added advantage.