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Built for: manufacturers, factories, and processing units.

Fees: starting from INR 3,499 per month (Exl GST and Govt. Charges).

Covers: inventory, cost sheets, COGM, GST RCM, and cost records.

Standard: AS 2 inventory valuation and Section 148 cost records.

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What This Service Covers: A Quick Overview

📌 TL;DR - Manufacturing Accounting Services at a Glance

Manufacturing accounting tracks cost as it flows through raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, computes the cost of goods manufactured, and keeps inventory and cost records compliant. It is built for factories and starts from INR 3,499 per month, including GST and reverse-charge handling.

ParameterDetail
What it isAccounting tailored to factories and production
Cost flowRaw materials to WIP to finished goods
Key outputCost sheets, COGM, and product margins
ComplianceAS 2 inventory, cost records (Section 148)
CostFrom INR 3,499 per month (Exl GST)
Also coversGST including reverse charge, TDS, payroll

Manufacturing accounting services give factories accurate product costing and clean compliance. Patron Accounting has supported over 10,000 businesses across India and works on Tally, Zoho Books, and ERP systems.

We track raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, prepare cost sheets and COGM, handle GST including reverse charge, and keep your cost records audit-ready, so you know the true cost and margin of every product.

Content is reviewed quarterly for accuracy.

What Is Manufacturing Accounting?

Manufacturing accounting is the branch of accounting that tracks the cost of turning raw materials into finished products. Unlike a trading business that simply buys and sells, a manufacturer transforms inputs, so cost flows through three inventory stages: raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.

As materials move into production, their cost shifts from raw materials to work-in-progress, where direct labour and manufacturing overhead are added. When goods are completed, the total moves to finished goods as the cost of goods manufactured, and to cost of goods sold when sold. This flow is the backbone of accurate product costing.

Key Terms for Manufacturing Accounting:

  • COGM: cost of goods manufactured - direct materials plus direct labour plus overhead.
  • WIP: work-in-progress - partially completed goods still in production.
  • Manufacturing overhead: indirect production costs like power, rent, and indirect labour.
  • Variance analysis: comparing standard cost to actual cost to find the gap.
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From INR 3,499/mo Cost Sheets and COGM

Who Needs Manufacturing Accounting?

Any business that makes or processes goods needs manufacturing accounting to know its true product cost and stay compliant.

  • Discrete manufacturers and assembly units tracking parts and labour.
  • Process manufacturers in chemicals, food, textiles, and similar.
  • MSME factories needing accurate costing without an in-house team.
  • Companies that may fall under cost record and cost audit rules.

Compliance note: under Section 148 of the Companies Act, specified manufacturers must maintain cost records in Form CRA-1, and, above the prescribed turnover, undergo a cost audit by a practising cost accountant; we assess your applicability.

Our Manufacturing Accounting Services

ServiceWhat We Do
Inventory accountingRaw materials, WIP, and finished goods under AS 2.
Cost sheets and COGMProduct-wise cost sheets and cost of goods manufactured.
Costing method setupJob order, process, or standard costing with variance analysis.
GST including RCMReturns plus reverse charge on freight, imports, and notified supplies.
Cost records supportCRA-1 cost records and cost-audit coordination where applicable.
Statutory accountingBookkeeping, TDS, payroll, and financial statements.
Our Process

How We Work With You

A clear, repeatable process that maps your production, sets the right costing method, tracks the cost flow, and delivers accurate cost sheets and compliant filings.

Step 1

Understand production

We map your process, products, and cost centres to scope the right engagement for your factory.

Process mapped Cost centres set
Production Mapped 01
Step 2

Set the costing method

We choose job order, process, or standard costing so the method matches how you actually produce.

Method chosen Variance ready
Costing Set 02
Step 3

Track the cost flow

We record cost movement across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods so nothing is mis-valued.

RM to WIP to FG AS 2 valuation
Cost Flow Tracked 03
Step 4

Compute COGM and margins

We prepare cost sheets and product profitability so you see the true cost and margin of each product.

Cost sheets Product margins
COGM Computed 04
Step 5

File and reconcile

We complete GST, RCM, and TDS, and reconcile stock to records, keeping you compliant and audit-ready.

GST, RCM, TDS Stock reconciled
Filed and Reconciled 05

What We Need to Start

  • Bill of materials and product list.
  • Purchase, production, and sales records.
  • Opening stock of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
  • Overhead details - power, rent, indirect labour.
  • GST registration and accounting software access.

Ask us for a free manufacturing costing checklist before kickoff.

What you receive each month: inventory valuation across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods; product-wise cost sheets and a COGM statement; gross margin by product with variance highlights; and a GST and TDS summary, including reverse-charge entries.

Common Manufacturing Challenges and How We Solve Them

ChallengeImpactHow Patron Accounting Solves It
WIP not valued correctlyDistorted inventory and inaccurate marginsPercentage-of-completion valuation under AS 2
Overheads not allocated to productsTrue product cost hidden, pricing errorsSystematic overhead absorption into cost sheets
Reverse charge on freight missedGST notices and lost input tax creditTrack and pay GST RCM correctly
Cost record rules unclearRisk of non-compliance under Section 148Assess Section 148 applicability and maintain CRA-1

Manufacturing Accounting Fees in 2026

Fee ComponentAmount
Patron Accounting Professional FeesStarting from INR 3,499 per month (Exl GST and Govt. Charges)
Industry-specific band (market context)Rs 3,000 to Rs 4,500 per month
Multi-unit or cost-audit linkedCustom, quoted on scope after a free assessment
GST government fee (return filing)Nil government fee for return filing on the GST portal

All fees and charges listed are indicative only and do not constitute a binding offer. Final amounts may vary depending on the volume of work and the complexity involved.

Professional service charges for drafting, filing, and representation are separate from the statutory fees. The exact fee depends on the complexity of the case, disputed amount, and number of hearings required. Contact us for a detailed quote.

Get a free Manufacturing Accounting consultation - Call +91 945 945 6700 or WhatsApp us. No-obligation assessment.

Onboarding Time

StageEstimated Timeline
Initial setup (costing method and inventory configuration)About 1 to 2 weeks, depending on products and cost centres
Monthly close and cost sheetsOn a fixed monthly calendar
Compliance filings (GST, RCM, TDS)On the statutory due dates each month

Initial setup, including costing method and inventory configuration, typically takes about one to two weeks depending on the number of products and cost centres. After that, your monthly close, cost sheets, and compliance filings run on a fixed calendar each month.

Key Benefits

Benefits of Specialist Manufacturing Accounting

True product cost and margin

See the real cost and margin of each product, not just overall profit.

AS 2-compliant inventory

Raw materials, WIP, and finished goods valued correctly so audits pass cleanly.

Correct GST and reverse charge

RCM on freight, imports, and notified supplies handled right, avoiding notices.

Cost records ready

CRA-1 cost records maintained and audit-ready if Section 148 applies to you.

Why Manufacturers Trust Patron Accounting

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"Patron Accounting gives the best service related to all account handling of our firm. She files all returns timely and is most kind and respectful towards us." - Nikhil Nimbhorkar, Google Review

"I've had an outstanding experience working with Patron Accounting. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and timely communication made the entire process smooth and stress-free." - Subhendu Mishra, Google Review

Outcome proof: a mid-size manufacturer discovered that overhead was being under-absorbed, masking the true cost of its best-selling product; corrected cost sheets reset its pricing and protected margin.

With offices in Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, and Gurugram, Patron Accounting serves businesses across India - both in-person and remotely.

Manufacturing vs Trading Accounting

FactorTradingManufacturing
InventoryGoods bought and soldRaw materials, WIP, finished goods
Cost focusPurchase costCOGM and overhead absorption
ReportsMargin on resaleProduct-wise cost sheets
Extra complianceStandardPossible cost records (Section 148)

Related Services

Manufacturing accounting works alongside our wider compliance stack. Explore these closely related services:

  • Accounting Services - full-service bookkeeping and financial reporting.
  • Trading Accounting - inventory accounting for buy-and-sell businesses.
  • Stock Audit - independent verification of raw material, WIP, and finished goods stock.
  • Tax Audit - audit under the Income-tax Act above prescribed turnover limits.
  • GST Returns Filing - returns and reverse-charge reporting for manufacturers.

Cost Records and Compliance for Manufacturers

Under Section 148 of the Companies Act 2013, the Central Government can require specified manufacturers to maintain cost records in Form CRA-1 under the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules 2014. Where turnover crosses the prescribed limits, a cost audit by a practising cost accountant is required, in addition to the statutory audit under Section 143.

Broadly, regulated sectors maintain cost records above Rs 50 crore turnover and non-regulated sectors above Rs 100 crore, with the cost audit report filed in Form CRA-4. Separately, inventory is valued under AS 2 at the lower of cost or net realisable value, and GST reverse charge applies to freight, imports, and other notified supplies. We assess exactly what applies to you and keep the records audit-ready.

For official guidance on cost records and audit under Section 148, refer to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (mca.gov.in).

Frequently Asked Questions

Real questions manufacturers ask about COGM, WIP valuation, costing methods, cost audit, GST reverse charge, and fees.

What is manufacturing accounting?

Manufacturing accounting tracks the cost of converting raw materials into finished products. Cost flows through three inventory stages, raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, picking up direct labour and manufacturing overhead along the way. It produces product-wise cost sheets and the cost of goods manufactured, giving factories an accurate view of cost and margin.

What is cost of goods manufactured?

Cost of goods manufactured (COGM) is the total cost of all products completed during a period. It equals direct materials used plus direct labour plus allocated manufacturing overhead, adjusted for the change in work-in-progress. COGM is transferred to finished goods and then to cost of goods sold when the products are sold.

How is work-in-progress valued?

Work-in-progress (WIP) covers goods that are partially complete, no longer raw materials but not yet finished. It is valued using the costs incurred so far, often via the percentage-of-completion method or a standard cost based on the stage of completion. WIP is reported as part of inventory on the balance sheet under AS 2.

What costing methods do manufacturers use?

Common methods are job order costing for custom or batch production, process costing for continuous or homogeneous output, standard costing with variance analysis, and activity-based costing for more precise overhead allocation. The right method depends on how you produce, and we align it with your process so product costs are accurate.

What is cost audit and who needs it?

Cost audit is the verification of a company's cost records by a practising cost accountant under Section 148 of the Companies Act. Specified manufacturers must maintain cost records in Form CRA-1, and above prescribed turnover limits, broadly Rs 50 crore for regulated and Rs 100 crore for non-regulated sectors, must also undergo a cost audit in addition to the statutory audit.

How is GST reverse charge relevant to manufacturers?

Under reverse charge, the recipient rather than the supplier pays GST on certain notified supplies, such as goods transport agency freight, imports, and purchases from unregistered suppliers. Manufacturers commonly incur these, so reverse charge must be tracked, paid, and claimed correctly to avoid notices and to preserve input tax credit.

Which inventory standard applies to manufacturers in India?

Inventory is valued under Accounting Standard 2 at the lower of cost or net realisable value, with stock classified as raw materials, work-in-progress, finished goods, and stores and spares. Cost includes purchase, conversion, and other costs of bringing inventory to its present location and condition, applied consistently year to year.

How much do manufacturing accounting services cost in India?

Patron Accounting manufacturing accounting starts from INR 3,499 per month (Exl GST and Govt. Charges), within an industry band of roughly Rs 3,000 to Rs 4,500 per month. The final fee depends on transaction volume, the number of products and cost centres, inventory complexity, and whether cost-record support is required. You receive a fixed quote after a free assessment.

Manufacturing business ke accounts aur product costing kaise hoti hai?

Aap apna bill of materials, purchase, production, aur stock data share kijiye. Hum raw material, WIP, aur finished goods ke cost flow ko track karke COGM aur product-wise cost sheets banate hain, AS 2 ke hisaab se inventory value karte hain, aur GST RCM sahit compliance handle karte hain. Free review ke liye call kijiye.

Quick Answers

  • Starting price? INR 3,499 per month (Exl GST).
  • Cost flow? Raw materials to WIP to finished goods.
  • Key output? Cost sheets, COGM, product margins.
  • Inventory standard? AS 2 - lower of cost or NRV.
  • Cost audit? Section 148, CRA-1 to CRA-4 where applicable.

Why Accurate Costing Matters

Without proper manufacturing accounting, overheads go unallocated, WIP is mis-valued, and you price products without knowing their true cost, quietly eroding margin. Missed reverse-charge GST and unmaintained cost records invite notices and penalties. Getting the cost flow and compliance right means you price with confidence and stay clean with the authorities.

Get a free, no-obligation quote. Call +91 945 945 6700 or WhatsApp our team today.

Know the True Cost of Every Product

In manufacturing, profit lives in the detail of cost. Patron Accounting tracks your inventory across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods, builds accurate cost sheets and COGM, handles GST and reverse charge, and keeps cost records audit-ready.

The result is true product margins, clean compliance, and better pricing decisions. Call +91 945 945 6700, WhatsApp us, or request a free consultation.

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