Cost Section Head

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Cost Section Head DEADLINE Nov 15, 2026 LOCATION Addis Ababa JOB DESCRIPTION Ethio Impact Consulting Plc is currently seeking a qualified Cost Section Head on behalf of our esteemed client.We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Cost Section Head responsible for leading and managing the organization’s cost accounting, inventory valuation, and cost control functions. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop, maintain, and update standard costs for all finished goods, semi-finished goods, and raw materials. Review and validate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production routings in collaboration with the Engineering and Production departments Calculate and allocate manufacturing overheads, labor rates, and machine hour rates accurately across different cost centers. Investigate the root causes of significant variances and present actionable findings to the Plant Manager and Operations team. Monitor production scrap, waste, and rework costs, recommending process improvements to minimize financial leakage. Track and control departmental operating expenses against approved budgets. Coordinate and supervise regular cycle counts and the annual physical inventory audit. Track and control departmental operating expenses against approved budgets. Ensure internal controls related to inventory and costing are strictly enforced and compliant with corporate policies and external audit requirements. Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors regarding inventory and costing inquiries.