Cost & Inventory Accountant (Qualified CMA)

Department: Finance & Accounts

Location: Jalan Complex Howrah

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Up to 6 LPA

We are looking for a Qualified CMA with at least 1 year of post-qualification experience in the manufacturing industry to join our Finance & Accounts team. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in inventory accounting cost analysis inventory controls and manufacturing finance.

This role requires close coordination with the Stores Production Purchase and Finance departments to ensure accurate inventory records cost control and timely reporting. The candidate should be comfortable working in rotational day and night shifts on a weekly basis.

Monitor and control inventory across raw materials work-in-progress (WIP) finished goods consumables and packing materials.

Ensure accurate inventory accounting and valuation in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.

Conduct regular physical stock verification and cycle counts.

Reconcile physical inventory with ERP/system records and investigate discrepancies.

Prepare inventory reconciliation reports and recommend corrective actions.

Analyse inventory movement slow-moving non-moving excess obsolete and damaged stock.

Coordinate with Stores Production Purchase and Dispatch teams to maintain inventory accuracy.

Ensure timely recording of all material receipts issues transfers and adjustments.

Monitor inventory ageing and recommend inventory optimization strategies.

Strengthen inventory control procedures to minimize losses wastage and pilferage.

Support month-end and year-end inventory closing activities.

Participate in internal and external inventory audits and ensure audit readiness.

Prepare inventory MIS reports and dashboards for management review.

Ensure proper documentation for stock movements and inventory transactions.

Assist in implementing and improving inventory management systems and internal controls.

Prepare product costing and cost sheets.

Analyse production costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Monitor manufacturing variances and prepare variance analysis reports.

Assist in budgeting and cost control initiatives.

Analyse material consumption and production efficiencies.

Support management with profitability analysis and decision-making reports.

Prepare monthly MIS reports related to inventory and costing.

Assist in monthly and annual financial closing.

Coordinate with auditors during statutory internal and cost audits.

Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Maintain proper accounting records and supporting documentation.

Work closely with Production Purchase Stores Quality and Dispatch teams.

Qualified CMA (Cost & Management Accountant).

Minimum 1 year of post-qualification experience in a manufacturing company.

Strong understanding of inventory accounting and manufacturing costing.

Hands-on experience in inventory reconciliation and stock verification.

Experience working with ERP systems will be an advantage.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel including Pivot Tables VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP formulas and MIS reporting.

Comfortable working in rotational weekly day and night shifts.

Inventory Management

Cost Accounting

Manufacturing Accounting

Inventory Reconciliation

Physical Stock Verification

Cost Analysis

Inventory Valuation

MIS Reporting

Variance Analysis

ERP Systems

Internal Controls

Manufacturing Finance

Audit Coordination

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Inventory Management

Cost Accounting

Manufacturing Accounting

Inventory Reconciliation

Physical Stock Verification

Cost Analysis

Inventory Valuation

MIS Reporting

Variance Analysis

ERP Systems

Internal Controls

Manufacturing Finance

Audit Coordination

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail