Cost Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain accurate cost accounting records and reports.
• Monitor and analyse the mall's operating expenses, including utilities, maintenance, security, cleaning, facility management, and other operational costs.
• Track actual expenditure against approved budgets and investigate significant variances.
• Prepare monthly cost and management reports for management review.
• Analyse costs and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce unnecessary expenditure.
• Monitor inventory, consumables, and stock usage where applicable.
• Work closely with Procurement, Operations, Facilities, Finance, and other departments to monitor costs.
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Conduct regular cost reconciliations and ensure discrepancies are investigated and resolved.
• Monitor vendor and service-provider costs and support contract cost reviews.
• Maintain accurate records of fixed and variable operating costs.
• Support month-end and year-end financial closing processes.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing relevant schedules and documentation.
• Develop and maintain cost-control procedures and financial controls.
• Perform any other accounting and financial analysis duties assigned by management.

Requirements:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2–5 years of relevant experience in cost accounting, management accounting, financial accounting, retail, hospitality, property management, or a similar environment.
• Professional accounting qualification such as ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax requirements, and internal financial policies.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work with large volumes of financial data and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple departments and external vendors.
• Review invoices, purchase orders, receipts, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and proper authorisation.