Cost Accountant

China Permanent RMB270,000 - RMB330,000 per year View Job Description
As a Cost Accountant in Shanghai Wgq, you will manage cost accounting activities for an Industrial / Manufacturing business, helping provide clear financial information for operational decisions. You will work within Accounting & Finance to maintain accurate cost records and support reliable financial reporting.
  • US manufacturing company
  • responsible for manufacturing finance recruitment.

About Our Client

The organisation operates in the Industrial / Manufacturing sector in Shanghai Wgq.

Job Description

  • Maintain accurate cost accounting records to support clear financial reporting.
  • Review cost data and investigate variances to improve the quality of financial information.
  • Prepare regular cost reports for Accounting & Finance stakeholders.
  • Track material, labour and overhead costs to provide a clear view of production spending.
  • Support period-end cost calculations and ensure figures are recorded accurately.
  • Work with operational colleagues to gather cost information and resolve data queries.
  • Analyse cost movements and present findings in a clear, practical format.
  • Help maintain consistent costing processes across relevant financial records.

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Cost Accountant' should have:

  • Cost accounting knowledge and the ability to maintain accurate cost records.
  • Experience preparing cost reports and analysing cost variances.
  • Ability to interpret material, labour and overhead cost information.
  • Strong numerical skills and attention to detail when reviewing financial data.
  • Ability to work with Accounting & Finance and operational teams on cost information.
  • Confidence presenting cost analysis in a clear and practical way.

What's on Offer

  • Permanent Cost Accountant position based in Shanghai Wgq.
  • Salary of CNY 270000 to CNY 330000.



Apply to discuss this Cost Accountant role in more detail.

Contact
Olivia Shen
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7134444
Phone number
+8621 6026 8061

Job summary

Function
Finance & Accounting
Specialisation
Financial Accounting
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
China
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Olivia Shen
Consultant phone
+8621 6026 8061
Job Reference
JN-102026-7134444

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