The Ministry of Industries & Production announces a contractual project vacancy for the position of Cost Accountant (PPS-11) within the Engineering Development Board under the project "Strengthening the Engineering Industry-SEI" in Islamabad.
Institutional Context and Manufacturing Mandate
The Engineering Development Board operates as the federal statutory authority entrusted with benchmarking industrial production efficiency, evaluating engineering deletion programs, and establishing cost-effective manufacturing supply chains. EDB works collaboratively with domestic automakers, steel manufacturers, chemical engineering producers, and heavy industrial plants to optimize production input costs and enhance export competitiveness.
Operational Responsibilities and Cost Analysis Scope
The Cost Accountant provides critical cost audit analysis and production pricing intelligence across diverse manufacturing sectors. Responsibilities include conducting cost-benefit analyses of engineering production units, examining raw material import tariffs and value addition ratios, auditing localized manufacturing input costs, recommending industrial duty drawback rates, formulating cost optimization guidelines for public development projects, and liaising with the Federal Board of Revenue on engineering cost benchmarks.
Application Preparation and Document Checklist
Interested candidates possessing relevant cost accounting credentials must organize their professional documents before online submission:
- Detailed CV showcasing extensive industrial cost accounting and cost audit accomplishments.
- Attested copies of professional accounting qualifications (ACMA/CA/ACCA) or Master's degree in Finance.
- Copy of Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) and provincial domicile.
- Experience certificates documenting at least 10 to 15 years of cost accounting experience.
- NOC from current employer for candidates currently employed in the public sector.
Submission Logistics and Recruitment Guidelines
Applicants are required to submit their application electronically on the National Jobs Portal at http://njp.gov.pk by 22 October 2026. For further project specifics, visit www.engineeringpakistan.com. Contact: Dy. Manager (HR), Engineering Development Board, 5-A, Constitution Avenue, Islamabad (Email: chshoaib@msn.com).