Accountant (Cost)

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

Be responsible to analyze production costs, accounting for inventory, monitoring and preparing cost analysis report and support budgeting process. This will include providing financial insights for cost management purpose.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Perform SAP operations and month-end closing activities, including cost allocation, settlement, assessment, inventory valuation, material ledger management, and posting of necessary journal entries.

• Monitor cost movements and prepare detailed cost analysis reports.

• Participate in physical inventory counts to ensure the accuracy and integrity of inventory records.

• Support the pricing and budgeting process by providing updated and accurate cost data.

• Assist in internal and external audit processes.

• Coordinate accounting-related matters with other departments and regional locations to ensure alignment and compliance.

• Undertake additional responsibilities in other functional areas based on skill sets and development opportunities.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, ACCA, CIMA, or an equivalent professional qualification.

• Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting experience.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial systems; experience with SAP is an added advantage.

• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and principles (GAAP / IFRS / MFRS).

• Possesses strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to improve processes and enhance data accuracy.

• A collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively across various disciplines and stakeholder groups.

• Able to communicate effectively in English and Mandarin (both written and spoken).