Are you ready to spearhead a transformative project? Our client is on a mission to revamp a business-critical financial process, addressing timing discrepancies and enhancing monthly margin analysis. They are determined to align monthly sales with the corresponding cost of goods sold, ensuring accurate margin analysis on a monthly basis.
The project is likely to last two to three months but maybe longer. The rate is flexible depending on the level of experience and the assignment can be a remote one with limited travel to the head office although this will be necessary for the first few weeks on a hybrid basis.
Project Outcomes
- Redesign Stock Accounting: Implement a revamped approach to stock accounting.
- Align COGS with Monthly Sales: Introduce unit costing and ensure COGS aligns seamlessly with monthly sales.
- Optimise Inventory Management: Review inventory practices and duty calculations.
- Enhance Financial Forecasting and Reporting: Integrate forecasting with demand planning, and automate reporting (Xero to Excel).
About you
Prior experience in Financial Controller/Cost Accounting roles within FMCG or manufacturing would be very helpful as well as a strong knowledge of cost accounting processes and COGS management.
You will need Advanced Excel skills, including macro proficiency to be successful.