Cost Accountant at Skymall Limited

Sky Mall is a family-friendly destination for entertainment, leisure and shopping, situated on Lekki-Epe Expressway in the Sangotedo axis of Lagos. It is home to various brands and businesses offering top quality goods and services on a daily basis. Sky Mall is divided into two sections: the main Shopping mall for shopping and recreation, and the Extension section which offers office spaces. The mall boasts an opulent decor and wide of range of shops, office spaces, warehouses, top-notch restaurants, exclusive VIP lounges, cinemas, and a terrace bar.

We provide easy movements from the ground floor to the top floor of the mall by stationing two elevators and three escalators within the shopping mall. There is also a cargo lift that runs from the ground floor to the third floor at the Extension part of the mall. We provide our tenants with an official parking lot strictly for business operators in the mall, and also we provide a well-secured car park for customers which can can accommodate more than 300 cars.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cost Accountant

Location: Sangotedo, Eti-Osa - Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Results Areas / Accountabilities
Cost Analysis:

• Conduct detailed analysis of manufacturing costs, including direct labor, direct materials, and overhead expenses.
• Regularly review and update cost estimates for new and existing products vs expectations.
• Analyse variances between actual and standard costs, identifying and investigating any discrepancies.
• Regularly review the BOM to ensure accuracy with what is happening on the production floor.

Inventory Management:

• Oversee the valuation of inventory and ensure accurate recording in the financial statements.
• Collaborate with the production team to reconcile physical inventory with accounting records.
• Observe and review the inventory processing procedures regularly i.e. Receiving, Inter-warehouse transfers, daily production reconciliation, issues to production etc.
• Implement and maintain effective inventory control measures.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and present regular financial reports related to manufacturing costs to management.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on cost analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts related to manufacturing activities.

Month-end Close:

• Play a key role in the month-end closing process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts related to manufacturing costs.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency within the manufacturing process.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Assist in internal and external audits related to manufacturing costs.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Collaborate with various departments, including production, procurement, and finance, to gather relevant cost information.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, providing insights and answering inquiries related to manufacturing costs.

Must have knowledge of:

• Accounting software and ERP systems (Sage 200 Evolution v9)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong Analytical skills: essential for accurate financial data analysis
• Strong Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues, analyse situations, and develop practical solutions to address challenges.
• Attention to Detail: to ensure accuracy and integrity of information.
• Working under Pressure: ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Communication Skills: excellent verbal and written skills
• Organizational Skills: Ability to maintain structured workflows to ensure smooth business operations.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal abilities to build positive relationships with
• colleagues, and clients, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Teamwork: to collaborate effectively with diverse teams to achieve common goals and objectives.
• Customer Service Orientation: Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
• Leadership Skills: Ability to lead and motivate self and others, and inspire colleagues to perform at their best in delivering top-quality services.
• Confidentiality: Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion

Application Closing Date
28th November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: g.nwogwor@bildiamo.com ,  o.oseikhuemen@bildiamo.com , j.omefe@bildiamo.com and admin@bildiamo.com using “Application for Cost Accountant” as the subject of the email.