Cost Management Accountant Lagos

Berger Paints Nigeria Plc has a reputation for being the first to set standards in the paint industry in Nigeria, evidenced by its scorecard as presented. It has pioneered a wide range of speciality products that are much sought after in this dynamic and ever-changing market. Berger Paints Nigeria PLC is also the first company to unveil an ultramodern, fully automated factory with a daily capacity of 10,000,000 litres of paint production. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Cost Management Accountant Freejob posting

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Cost Management Accountant to provide strong cost accounting, financial analysis, and management accounting support across its manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing production and operational costs, monitoring cost efficiency and profitability, preparing cost forecasts and financial reports, and providing valuable insights to support effective decision-making and cost optimization.

Develop and maintain the organization's cost accounting systems, processes, documentation, and records to ensure accurate and effective cost management. Analyze manufacturing operations, equipment availability, utilization, and operational activities to compile and evaluate cost information. Collect, analyze, and maintain data on operational costs, including maintaining the expenses database and reporting on actual profit margins. Perform month-end and year-end closing activities and prepare periodic cost forecasts and related financial reports. Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs against actual production costs, identifying significant variances and their drivers. Identify and recommend cost-effective solutions and improvements to business operations, processes, and policies to reduce costs and maximize profitability. Analyze changes in manufacturing processes and assess their impact on production costs, profitability, and overall financial performance. Develop cost standards for manufactured paint products and services and provide product sample costing to support the Marketing and Sales functions. Monitor and report on factors affecting the pricing and profitability of paint products and services, providing relevant financial insights to management.

17th September, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using "Cost Management Accountant" as the subject of the mail.