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About us: Elsewedy Electric: Powering Progress, Empowering People. For over 80 years , Elsewedy Electric has been a leading manufacturer of electrical products and solutions, operating in 19 countries with over 18,000 employees. We offer a diverse range of products across wire & cable, electrical equipment, engineering & construction, digital solutions, and infrastructure investments. Beyond our manufacturing prowess, we're passionate about creating a positive and empowering work environment for our team. We foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning, providing opportunities for professional development and career growth. Our commitment to employee well-being extends beyond compensation with initiatives promoting work-life balance and overall well-being. Join us and be part of a company that's not just powering progress, but empowering people to build a brighter future. This job opportunity is offered by ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC Graduate Development Program The program is designed for Graduates with 0-2 years' of experience. The program offers various job rotations, mentorships, coaching & trainings. Job Responsibilities: Participate in and coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and ensure corrective actions are implemented. Update and maintain standard costs in Bills of Materials (BOM) to support tenders, cost estimates, and pricing decisions. Validate Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and perform reconciliations as part of month-end and year-end closing activities. Accumulate and allocate overhead costs in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Work with the Materials Review Board to identify and dispose of obsolete, excess, or slow-moving inventory. Collect, analyze, and record data to determine costs of business activities, including raw materials, labor, and inventory movements. Analyze the impact of changes in product design, raw materials, or manufacturing methods on overall costs. Conduct variance analysis by comparing standard costs vs. actual costs, investigate deviations, and report findings. Prepare and present cost reports and profitability analyses, including break-even points, margins, and periodic variances. Support the preparation of cost estimates for new and proposed products, ensuring competitiveness and profitability. Provide cost-related data and insights to support management decisions, budgeting, and forecasting. Ensure compliance with company financial policies, internal controls, and audit requirements. Job Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration. 0–2 years of experience in cost accounting or management accounting, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Computer skills : Very Good command in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
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