Reporting and Cost Accounting Executive

Executive - Reporting and Cost Accounting - NSU

The position in discussion is with the Managed Services team, part of our Consulting team.

The KPMG Global Services (KGS) Consulting team is a diverse team of more than 6,400 professionals. We provide consulting services to KPMG Firms worldwide to support clients’ business transformation journeys across various industries. With capabilities such as Technology Enablement, Corporate Services, Customer and Operations, Cross Functional Services, Risk Services and Managed Services, our team is a varied mix of professionals with extensive skills and expertise.

Through your work, you’ll build a global network and unlock opportunities that you may not have thought possible with access to great support, vast resources, and an inclusive, supportive environment to help you reach your full potential.

 

As a firm, we are deeply committed to diversity, inclusion and equity at our workplace. We offer a safe and inclusive environment built on trust, where all our colleagues can bring their authentic selves to work and know that their uniqueness is valued. 

We prohibit unfair treatment of applicants and employees and discrimination on any ground, including but not limited to, caste, religion, color, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, age, nationality, cultural origin, family or parental status, defense veterans, physical, mental or sensory disability or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable Indian laws and regulations.

 

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Management Reporting

• Prepare and maintain periodic MIS reports (monthly/quarterly/annual) for management review
• Support preparation of P&L, cost center reports, variance analysis, and dashboards
• Ensure timely and accurate closing of books in coordination with accounting teams
• Assist in preparation of budget vs actual analysis and management presentations

Cost Accounting

• Maintain and analyze cost structures, including product, project, process, or departmental costs
• Track and analyze standard vs actual costs, identify variances, and provide actionable insights
• Support cost allocation, absorption, and apportionment across departments/projects
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements

Controls, Compliance & Audit Support

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, SOPs, and accounting policies
• Support internal and statutory audits by providing required data, schedules, and explanations
• Assist in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance
• CA /CA Inter / CMA Inter / MBA (Finance) – preferred
• 2–6 years of relevant experience in reporting, cost accounting, or management accounting

 

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of cost accounting concepts and management reporting
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables); ERP knowledge preferred
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to interpret data and communicate insights clearly
• Good coordination and stakeholder management skills

Experience Level

Executive Level