Department: Finance / Operations

Location: Kolkata

Reporting To: Head of Finance / CFO / Operations Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Costing Manager to oversee all cost-related activities within our engineering operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for cost planning, analysis, control, and reporting to support pricing strategies, project evaluations, and profit optimization.

Key Responsibilities:
Cost Estimation & Budgeting:
Prepare accurate cost estimates for engineering projects and manufacturing activities.
Develop and maintain standard cost models for various products and processes.
Work with project teams to forecast material, labour, and overhead costs.
Cost Control & Variance Analysis:
Monitor project and operational costs, comparing actuals against budgets.
Analyse cost variances and provide actionable insights to project managers and finance leaders.




Recommend cost-effective solutions and process improvements.
Inventory & Materials Costing:
Manage and analyse inventory valuation and consumption trends.
Ensure correct product costing (BOMs, routing, labour rates) within ERP systems.
Reporting & Compliance:
Prepare periodic cost reports, including profitability analysis by project, product, or department.
Support financial audits by providing cost and inventory-related documentation.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant accounting standards.
Collaboration:
Work closely with Engineering, Procurement, Production, and Finance teams.
Provide costing insights to support pricing decisions and tender submissions.
Participate in cross-functional initiatives to improve overall cost efficiency.

📌 Asst Manager / Manager Costing Kolkata
🏢 Nipha Exports
📍 Kolkata