A leading organization in the mineralogy and chemical industries is seeking a seasoned Cost Accountant to spearhead a comprehensive review of product costing methodologies amidst business growth challenges. This role demands a strategic mind capable of enhancing financial accuracy and operational efficiency through meticulous analysis and process improvement.

Duties:

• Review existing product cost models across all active product lines

• Assess cost allocation methodology for raw material, processing, and overhead components

• Review landed cost build-ups for export shipments and margin reporting by product grade and destination market

• Assess yield assumptions used in cost modelling versus actual outputs

• Identify gaps between standard costs held in the ERP and actual costs incurred

• Benchmark costing approaches against industry norms for specialty minerals and co...