Costing & MIS Officer / Manager

Industry Five is one of Ethiopia’s most ambitious electronics manufacturers, blending startup agility with world‑class production standards. This role is perfect for finance and costing professionals who want to be at the heart of Africa’s growing technology manufacturing sector. If you thrive on precision, cross‑functional collaboration, and turning complex data into actionable insights, this position offers both challenge and career growth.

Costing & MIS Officer / Manager – Industry Five

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Onsite)
Arrangement: Full‑time
Application Link: Apply Here

About Industry Five

Industry Five is a vertically integrated electronics manufacturing company headquartered in Addis Ababa. We design, assemble, and quality‑assure advanced electronic devices for enterprise, government, and consumer brand clients across East Africa. With ISO‑aligned processes and in‑country facilities, we deliver end‑to‑end contract manufacturing services—from prototyping to high‑volume production.

Role Purpose

The Costing & MIS Officer/Manager will establish and manage accurate product costing, budgeting, and forecasting frameworks for electronics and laptop manufacturing operations. This role ensures visibility into BOM costs, production costs, inventory valuation, and financial performance to support pricing, profitability analysis, and compliance with IFRS standards.

Key Responsibilities

• BOM & Product Costing: Maintain detailed BOMs, analyze cost impacts, support pricing decisions, and perform variance analysis.
• Budgeting: Lead annual and periodic budgets for manufacturing, inventory, and overheads; monitor utilization and deviations.
• Forecasting & Financial Planning: Prepare rolling forecasts for production, costs, cash flow, and profitability.
• MIS & Reporting: Develop dashboards and reports on profitability, cost breakdowns, budget vs. actuals, and inventory valuation.
• Systems & Compliance: Support ERP/finance system improvements, ensure IFRS compliance, and provide audit documentation.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of manufacturing costing, especially electronics/laptop assembly.
• Solid knowledge of BOM structures and inventory accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience highly desirable.
• Analytical, problem‑solving, and reporting expertise.
• Ability to collaborate across production, procurement, and supply chain teams.
• High attention to detail and strong business acumen.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certification (ACCA, CPA, CMA) is an advantage.
• 3–7 years of experience in costing, MIS, or FP&A within manufacturing.
• Electronics or technology manufacturing experience highly preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Fast‑paced environment fostering technical skill development and career growth.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of African manufacturing excellence.
• Supportive team culture promoting work‑life balance.

Why Join Industry Five?

Industry Five isn’t just another employer—it’s a pioneer in Ethiopia’s electronics manufacturing sector. Joining the team means:

• Be part of Africa’s tech future: Work at the forefront of local laptop and electronics production, shaping supply chain resilience and innovation in East Africa.
• Grow with a fast‑paced environment: Gain exposure to advanced manufacturing processes, ERP systems, and financial planning frameworks that sharpen your technical and analytical skills.
• Impact beyond the factory floor: Your costing and MIS insights directly influence pricing, profitability, and strategic decisions that drive national and regional competitiveness.
• Inclusive and supportive culture: Industry Five values diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring every team member thrives regardless of background.
• Commitment to excellence: You’ll be part of a company that prizes quality, reliability, and innovation—delivering products trusted by enterprise, government, and consumer clients.

👉 Apply Now: Submit your application here