Cost Accounting Assistant Manager / Manager

A leading pharmaceutical manufacturer in Taipei is seeking a Cost Accounting Assistant Manager / Manager to oversee production costing, inventory control, and variance analysis, delivering financial insights to support decisions amid margin pressures.

Key responsibilities:

As a Cost Accounting Assistant Manager / Manager, you will oversee production cost allocation and reconciliation while driving process improvements.

• Perform monthly cost closings, ensuring accurate allocation of labour and overhead costs across production lines
• Analyse work order variances and prepare actionable recommendations for management
• Lead annual and quarterly physical inventory counts at the factory and manage accounting processes related to expired or scrapped pharmaceutical products
• Maintain product standard costs and Bill of Materials (BOM) logic within ERP systems
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and gross margin analysis with timely financial insights

Candidate profile:

To excel in this role, you will bring proven experience in manufacturing cost accounting within regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals or chemicals.

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting or related fields; advanced qualifications are highly valued
• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing cost accounting; Big Four experience is advantageous
• Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, or food manufacturing industries with continuous production processes (Process Costing) is highly preferred
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills (e.g., Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP); Power BI experience is a plus
• Strong knowledge of PIC/S GMP regulations related to pharmaceutical inventory management
• Experience in ERP implementation projects or process optimisation initiatives is preferred
• Strong analytical thinking, effective cross-functional communication, and the ability to perform under pressure while meeting tight monthly closing deadlines

About the company:

A well-established player in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry, this organisation focuses on delivering high-quality healthcare products supported by rigorous research and production standards. It distinguishes itself through strong compliance practices, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes. With a collaborative culture and continuous investment in innovation, it offers a stable yet forward-thinking environment within a highly regulated sector.

Keywords: costing, inventory, budgeting, forecasting, ERP, compliance, analysis, accounting, assistant manager

What's next:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career journey within a supportive pharmaceutical finance team, apply now!