Cost Accountant

• Track project costs as they occur and monitor actual, committed, and forecast costs against budgets.
• Identify cost overruns, budget variances, and margin erosion early.
• Provide timely financial information to Project Managers for decision-making.
• Maintain and update project costing and standard costs.
• Lead month-end cost reconciliations, journals, and cost reporting.
• Prepare monthly cost, profitability, and management reports.
• Work with Procurement, Operations, and Projects teams to find cost-saving opportunities.
• Support internal and external audits and maintain financial controls.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification, or progress towards one is required.
• At least 2 years of experience in cost accounting or project cost management.
• Experience with project/product costing, inventory reconciliation, cost allocation, variance analysis, and margin monitoring.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Finance, Procurement, Operations, and Project teams.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects is preferred.
• Experience in the technology sector is an advantage.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with Zoho is an added advantage.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Strong skills in variance analysis and root-cause investigation.
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong ownership and accountability.

The salary is KES 70,000 gross per month.

Apply by submitting your CV through the employer's official contact via Gap Recruitment Services Website. The closing date for applications is 22nd October 2026.