# Senior Cost Control - Manufacturing

> Elite Talent · Baghdad, Iraq · Full-time · Posted 2026-01-28

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

The Senior Cost Control – Manufacturing role focuses on controlling, analyzing, and optimizing all production-related costs to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support profitability across manufacturing operations.

## Requirements

-   Monitor and control manufacturing costs including raw materials, labor, utilities, overhead, and production losses.
-   Develop and maintain standard costing systems aligned with manufacturing processes and BOM structures.
-   Perform detailed cost variance analysis (material, labor, overhead) and report deviations to management.
-   Work closely with production, engineering, and procurement teams to identify cost optimization opportunities.
-   Support annual budgeting and rolling forecasts for manufacturing operations.
-   Analyze production efficiency, yield, scrap, and waste, providing recommendations for cost reduction.
-   Participate in new product costing, pricing support, and feasibility studies.
-   Ensure accurate cost allocation across production lines, departments, and products.
-   Prepare detailed cost control reports and dashboards for senior management.
-   Support audits and ensure compliance with internal cost control policies.

### Requirements

-   Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline.
-   Minimum 8–12 years of experience in cost control or cost accounting within manufacturing environments.
-   Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, standard costing, and cost analysis techniques.
-   Advanced Excel and ERP system experience is mandatory.
-   High analytical capability, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.

## Benefits

-   Pension Plan
-   Paid Time Off
-   Training & Development

## Apply

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