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Mukono, Uganda
Full-time
Established in 2006, Abacus Parenteral Drugs Limited (APDL) is East Africa's largest manufacturer of parenteral pharmaceuticals, specializing in Large Volume Parenterals (LVPs) and Small Volume Parenterals (SVPs). Operating from a state-of-the-art facility in Mukono, Uganda, APDL produces a wide range of intravenous fluids, ear, eye, and nasal drops, and injectables, employing advanced blow-fill-seal technology to ensure product purity.
The company has been recognized for excellence, notably being named the Top Company in the Manufacturing Sector by the Indian Business Forum. APDL fosters a dynamic work culture, offering opportunities for professional growth across various disciplines, with a team of over 200 qualified personnel. Their business model focuses on delivering affordable, high-quality pharmaceutical products, supported by a robust distribution network that serves both local and regional markets.
Core values of integrity, teamwork, and efficiency guide their operations, complemented by corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at community welfare. For more information, visit their website at https://abacusparenteral.com/.
Cost Accountant job at Abacus Parenteral Drugs Limited (APDL)
Abacus Parenteral Drugs Limited
Analyse and optimize financial performance through precise cost analysis, budgeting, and strategic financial planning.
Job Description
Administer company costing system in ERP, ensuring integrity and accuracy of data at all times.
Ensure pricing of company products in line with approved policies at all times.
Assume ownership of controls governing inventory movement.
Coordination of monthly, quarterly and annual stock counts, Work in Progress (WIP) valuation, reconciliation and investigation of variances for corrective action.
Coordinate preparation of annual corporate budgets-origination to approval.
Prepare variance analytics reports (annual vs budgeted performance) and follow up with budget owners.
Liaise with line managers to find identity areas of wastage with recommended remedial measures.
Prepare periodic management repprts.ie cost and margin analysis reports among others.
Administer company product manufacturing module in the ERP.
Ensure appropriate controls are observed in job opening, completion and closure processes.
Monitor daily activities such as purchases to ensure costs are within approved budgets.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors in Business Administration-Finance, Bachelors in Commerce and ACCA or CPA.
Minimum of 5 years working experience in cost accounting.
Knowledge of Inventory management.
Familiarity with cost pricing analytics.
Ability to perform factory analytics and track cost efficiencies.
For the Job Application process: send your Academic Credentials to: apdlug.careers@abacuspharma.com
Application Deadline: 19th January 2024