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Cost Control Officer

Asia Pacific Resources International Limited (APRIL) (Kecamatan Sepaku, East Kalimantan, Indonesia)
East Kalimantan, อินโดนีเซีย 🇮🇩
Asia Pacific Resources International Limited (APRIL) Group is one of the largest, most technologically advanced and efficient makers of pulp and paper products in the world. We make products that are used by millions of people every day in liquid packaging, printing and writing paper, tissues, shopping bags, food packaging, magazines and books. Our products, including our flagship PaperOneTM office paper, are proudly marketed and sold in more than 70 countries around the world. Our business is built on a Sustainable Forest Management Policy. Our operations include a state-of-the-art pulp and paper mill and plantation forests in Riau Province, Sumatra, Indonesia. APRIL employs around 9,000 people directly and provides indirect employment to 90,000. Today, the residential townsite houses up to 7,000 employees and their families.

เกี่ยวกับตำแหน่งนี้

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Cost Controller to oversee and manage the cost control processes for our manufacturing, trucking, and heavy equipment operations in North Penajam Paser, East Kalimantan. This role is critical in ensuring that costs are effectively monitored, controlled, and analyzed across the business to optimize profitability and operational efficiency.

หน้าที่รับผิดชอบ

• Monitor and control the costs associated with manufacturing, trucking, and heavy equipment operations.
• Ensure accurate allocation of costs to the appropriate departments, projects, and cost centers.
• Analyze material, labor, overhead, and other operational costs to identify inefficiencies or potential savings.
• Prepare detailed cost reports and present findings to management, highlighting variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual cost reports to assess the company's financial performance.
• Assist in the preparation of cost forecasts, annual budgets, and long-term cost projections.
• Collaborate with department heads to prepare and manage annual budgets and forecasts.
• Provide insights and recommendations for cost optimization and resource allocation.
• Review budget variances and support corrective action plans with management.
• Perform cost-benefit analysis to support management decisions on procurement, equipment acquisition, and other key investments.
• Assist in the evaluation of project costs, ensuring that project budgets align with cost expectations.
• Conduct profitability analysis for various projects and contracts, advising on cost-effective practices and improvements.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure proper accounting of raw materials, finished goods, and work-in-progress.
• Track and report on depreciation, maintenance, and repair costs for heavy equipment and machinery.
• Work closely with the procurement and supply chain departments to manage inventory costs efficiently.
• Implement and enforce strong internal controls to prevent cost overruns, fraud, and mismanagement.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and local regulations related to cost control and financial reporting.
• Conduct periodic audits and reviews to ensure proper cost allocation and financial integrity.
• Work closely with production, operations, procurement, and logistics teams to gather cost data and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with the finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and cost reconciliation.
• Participate in project planning and cost estimation to ensure projects are financially viable and within budget.

คุณสมบัติ

• Bachelor's or Diploma degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in cost control, financial analysis, or a similar role.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, logistics, and heavy equipment industries is a plus.