Japanese Speaking Cost Accounting Officer
22 hours ago
PERSOLKELLY brings together the legacy and experience of four organisations that shaped the staffing landscape over the past century: Kelly Services, who pioneered the modern temporary help industry in 1946; SKILLED, who crafted the staffing industry in Australia in 1964; Programmed, the leading provider of operations and maintenance services across Australia and New Zealand; and PERSOLKELLY, the largest workforce solutions provider in APAC.
Our client is an innovative confectionery ingredients manufacturer with numerous factories across different countries. They are currently seeking for a Japanese Speaking Cost Accounting Officer to join in their Australia friendly team in a growing business.
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**About the role**
- Responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and managing the organization's costs and financial performance,
- Work closely with various departments, including production, procurement, and finance, to ensure accurate cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Perform cost analysis, review cost trends, and provide insights to management for decision making.
- Prepare and maintain cost accounting records, including cost of goods sold (COGS), standard costs, and variance analysis.
- Collaborate with production and procurement teams to ensure accurate and timely recording of costs and inventory valuation.
- Develop and maintain cost accounting systems, processes, and procedures to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Assist budgeting and forecasting reports related to cost accounting, including cost projections, overhead costs, and labor costs.
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation of financial statements and cost reconciliations.
- Monitor and analyze actual costs against budgeted costs, identify variances, and provide explanations to management.
- Provide regular and ad-hoc financial reports in Japanese to our headquarters in Japan, including cost reports, variance analysis, and other financial performance metrics.
- Participate in cross-functional projects to drive cost optimization initiatives and process improvements.
- Provide support to auditors during internal and external audits by preparing and providing relevant cost accounting documentation.
- Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to cost accounting.
**Skills and Experience**
- Bachelor's degree holder or above in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
- CPA/CMA certification is preferable
- A solid understanding of cost accounting principles, excellent analytical skills
- 3 years relevant experience in Cost Accounting or Financial Analysis
- Fluency in Japanese (both written and verbal) is required and strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in both Japanese and English.
- Proficiency in using cost accounting software and advanced MS Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of manufacturing or production industry is a plus.
**HOW TO APPLY**
**Who are we**
At PERSOLKELLY, our passion is - and always has been - putting you first.
We propel our people forward by supporting their careers in fresh ways, backed by our expertise and capability.
We're committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experience and perspectives.
We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
**So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, please APPLY now.**
**To learn more about working with PERSOLKELLY, we encourage you to visit our website.
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