Job Description

Here is a professional

for a Cost Accountant

with experience in the

Food & Beverages industry

:

Job Title:

Cost Accountant - Food & Beverages Industry

Location:

Dubai

Department:

Finance & Accounting

Reporting To:

Finance Manager / CFO

Company:

Almaimana Accounting & Bookkeeping

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced

Cost Accountant

with a strong background in the

Food & Beverages (F&B)

industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing and controlling manufacturing and operational costs, assisting in pricing strategies, and providing key financial insights to support strategic decisions. This role requires deep understanding of cost structures in food production, inventory management, and compliance with industry-specific financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Analyze and monitor

costs of raw materials, production, packaging, labor, and logistics

specific to F&B operations. Develop and maintain

cost accounting systems

, reports, and procedures. Prepare accurate

cost estimates

, budgets, and variance analyses to support pricing and profitability strategies. Review production and operational processes to identify

cost-saving opportunities

. Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual

inventory analysis and reconciliations

. Coordinate and lead

physical stock takes

, ensuring proper costing and valuation. Collaborate with the procurement and production teams to ensure

cost transparency

. Prepare management reports, including

cost of goods sold (COGS)

and

gross margin analysis

. Ensure compliance with

IFRS

, internal controls, and local regulatory standards related to food production costing. Provide support during

audits

, and explain costing processes and discrepancies. Assist in setting

standard costs

and regularly update as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA/CMA preferred). Minimum

3-5 years of experience as a Cost Accountant

, with at least 2 years in the

Food & Beverages industry

. Strong knowledge of

manufacturing costing, food safety standards, and supply chain accounting

. Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines under pressure. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Experience:

Hands-on experience in

costing for perishable goods

and

batch-based production

. Understanding of

recipe-based costing

,

waste management accounting

, and

shelf-life impact on cost

. Exposure to

cost modeling for retail and HORECA channels

.

Employment Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

[Health Insurance, Annual Leave, Bonuses, etc.]

How to Apply:

Please submit your updated CV and a cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):

Can your Join us immediately? What is your expected salary? What is your visa status now?
Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:

Cost Accounting: 5 years (Preferred)
Language:

Arabic (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:

* 75% (Preferred)