Steel and Tube Industries Ltd, one of the largest steel manufacturers and suppliers in East Africa, has posted a job advertisement for a Cost & MIS Executive. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost sheets, analyzing cost variances, and generating Management Information System (MIS) reports to support management decision-making. The role involves coordination with production, procurement, and finance teams to ensure cost control and data accuracy. The company offers a range of products, including roof products, hollow sections, smart tanks, and wire products.
The Cost & MIS Executive will be responsible for preparing product-wise, process-wise, or project-wise cost sheets, analyzing material, labor, overhead, and conversion costs, and monitoring actual costs versus budgeted or standard costs. The executive will also identify variances, assist in cost reduction and profitability improvement initiatives, and support pricing decisions, quotations, and tenders. Additionally, the role involves coordinating with production and purchase teams for accurate cost data. The company requires a bachelor's or master's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or Management, with CPA/CIMA/CMA preferred.
The ideal candidate for the Cost & MIS Executive position should have 5-10 years of experience in costing or MIS roles, with experience in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Tally. Key skills and competencies include strong analytical and numerical skills, excellent knowledge of MS Excel, MS Office, Power BI, and analytical tools. The executive should also possess good communication and coordination skills. The job involves preparing daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports, generating reports on cost, sales, production, inventory, and profitability, and analyzing trends, deviations, and performance indicators.
The successful candidate will be required to ensure accuracy and timely submission of reports, improve and automate MIS reporting formats as required, and perform any other work as and when required by management. The company's key performance indicators (KPIs) for this role include accuracy and timeliness of cost sheets and MIS reports, effectiveness of variance analysis, data integrity and reporting quality, and contribution to cost optimization initiatives.
Steel and Tube Industries Ltd is offering a competitive salary and benefits package to the successful candidate. Interested applicants can submit their applications by email or deliver them to the company's head office reception desk. The company notes that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The job advertisement was posted on September 28, 2026, and the deadline for applications is October 27, 2026.
The Ugandan Jobline, which posted the job advertisement, provides a range of job listings in various sectors, including accounting, finance, engineering, and business administration. The website offers job seekers a platform to search for employment opportunities in Uganda. Steel and Tube Industries Ltd is a leading employer in the region, offering a range of job opportunities in various fields.
The Cost & MIS Executive position is a key role in the company's finance team, and the successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting management decision-making and driving business growth. The company's products and services are in high demand in East Africa, and the successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team contributing to the company's success.
Key points
- Steel and Tube Industries Ltd seeks a Cost & MIS Executive to prepare cost sheets and generate MIS reports in Kampala, Uganda.
- The successful candidate should have 5-10 years of experience in costing or MIS roles and experience with ERP systems.
- The job involves coordinating with production, procurement, and finance teams to ensure cost control and data accuracy.
