Cost Accountant

Hiring company: Roberts Manufacturing Company Ltd. Source: LinkedIn Barbados We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our manufacturing company. The Cost Accountant will play a critical role in financial planning, cost management, and financial reporting Cost Accountant Roberts Manufacturing Co. Limited & Pinnacle Feeds Ltd, an SQF-certified manufacturer of shortening, margarine, soybean oil, animal feeds and dog food, invites applications for the position of Cost Accountant. Key Responsibilities • Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and profitability and recommend corrective actions. • Maintain cost accounting systems, product costing, and inventory valuation. • Support budgeting and forecasting through cost analysis and financial insights. • Oversee inventory accounting, reconciliations, stock counts, and variance investigations. • Prepare cost and profitability reports, including COGS and gross margin analysis. • Support month-end and year-end financial reporting. • Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency. • Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and accounting procedures. • Support and coordinate internal and external audits. Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor's degree in Accounting , Finance or related field. • Recognized professional accounting certification such as CPA or CMA preferred. • A miniumum of 3-5 years experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment. • Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices.