Senior Cost Analyst

GELITA AG; Cotia; Presencial; BRL 180 000 - 240 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

GELITA AG is seeking a Senior Cost Analyst to oversee manufacturing cost calculation, control and analysis. The role reports to the Brazil Controlling Manager and collaborates across accounting, tax, operations and logistics to ensure accurate financial data for decision-making.

This position may be based in Cotia or Mococa, Brazil, with responsibilities spanning standard cost monitoring, COGS validation, inventory reconciliation and cost optimization across multiple plants.

Qualificações

• Solid experience in Cost Accounting and Cost Controlling within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of cost calculation, cost analysis, standard costing, MOH, and COGS.
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing cost structures.
• Accounting knowledge is considered a strong advantage.
• Advanced English proficiency.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze and calculate direct and indirect manufacturing costs.
• Monitor and reconcile standard costs versus actual costs, including raw materials, packaging materials, labor, and MOH.
• Prepare cost reports and analyses, explaining variances and identifying improvements.
• Support internal/external audits with required information and documentation.
• Analyze labor and material costs across production orders and sites to identify inefficiencies.
• Analyze imported raw material costs including transportation and logistics expenses.
• Review cost allocation methodologies and absorption costing criteria.
• Participate in month-end closing activities including COGS validation.
• Support cycle counts and inventory movements across systems.
• Develop and monitor cost performance indicators and drive cost optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve profitability and cost management.

Conhecimentos

Cost Accounting

Cost Controlling

Cost Calculation

Cost Analysis

Standard Costing

MOH / Manufacturing Overhead

COGS

Margin Analysis

Inventory Valuation

Absorption Costing

Month-End Closing

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or related fields

Postgraduate qualification or specialization in Cost Management, Controlling, Finance, or related areas

Ferramentas

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The GELITA Group is one of the world's leading manufacturers of collagen proteins and is represented on all continents with more than 2.900 employees and more than20 sites. With our global presence and expertise, we provide natural collagen protein solutions in the food, health and nutrition markets as well as in the pharmaceutical and medical industries. In addition, our products offer a wide range of exciting innovative technical applications. Guided by our GELITA Values and scientific research, we drive innovation and consistently focus on excellence, experience and customer orientation.

What you will contribute

The Senior Cost Analyst will report directly to the Brazil Controlling Manager and will play a key role in the calculation, control, monitoring, and analysis of manufacturing and operational costs, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial information to support business decision-making.
The role requires extensive cross‑functional collaboration with Accounting, Tax, Controlling, Procurement, Logistics, Production Planning (PCP), Manufacturing, Process Engineering, R&D, and Production Units, as well as regular interaction with ERP/System Consultants and External Auditors.
This position may be based in either Cotia (SP) or Mococa (SP), Brazil.

What we will achieve together

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and calculate direct and indirect manufacturing costs.
• Monitor and reconcile standard costs versus actual costs, including raw materials, packaging materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead.
• Prepare cost reports and management analyses, providing explanations for variances and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing required financial information and documentation.
• Analyze labor and material costs associated with production orders across all manufacturing plants, identifying inefficiencies and opportunities for cost reduction.
• Calculate, monitor, and analyze imported raw material costs, including transportation modes, freight allocation, and related logistics expenses.
• Review and validate cost allocation methodologies and absorption costing criteria.
• Participate in month‑end closing activities, including cost analysis, expense reviews, inventory reconciliations, and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) validation.
• Support and participate in cyclical and annual inventory counts, investigating variances and monitoring inventory movements across systems.
• Develop and monitor cost performance indicators and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to provide insights and recommendations that enhance profitability and cost management.

What makes you stand out

Required Experience

Solid experience in Cost Accounting and Cost Controlling within a manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of:

• Cost Calculation and Cost Analysis
• Standard Costing
• Direct and Indirect Costs
• Manufacturing Overhead (MOH)
• Month-End Cost Closing
• Cost Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
• Inventory Valuation and Reconciliation
• Margin and Profitability Analysis
• Absorption Costing MethodologiesExperience with ERP systems and manufacturing cost structures.
• Accounting knowledge is considered a strong advantage.

Education & Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or related fields.
• Postgraduate qualification or specialization in Cost Management, Controlling, Finance, or related areas is considered an advantage.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.
• Knowledge of Power BI is considered an advantage.

We value the diversity of our employees and are convinced that an inclusive working environment leads to better and more sustainable results.

We therefore always make our selection decisions on the basis of competence and performance, regardless of personal or socio‑cultural characteristics and beliefs.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Supportive environment characterized by recognition and constructive feedback. Shared vision and common values that connect us globally.

Exciting and varied fields of work and tasks that relate to the "big picture" in a global company. Plenty of creative freedom, intercultural collaboration, perspectives and projects worldwide.

Commitment to sustainability and contribution to the creation of natural products and production processes, based on the principle of the circular economy.

GELITA Competency Model and targeted systems and processes for your professional development. Learning opportunities for all employees. Talent identification and development with global and local development programs, coaching and mentoring.

Holistic approach to promoting the health of our employees. Full benefits packages, employee assistance programs, mental health awareness.

Working environment in which safety and the production of high-quality products have top priority. With regular training and consistent implementation in everyday life through our GoSafe program.

Attractive total compensation packages with bonus options and a full offering of health and wellness benefits, including retirement contribution match.

Possibilities for flexible working hours and opportunities to work remotely for an improved work‑life balance.

Comprehensive and structured orientation and onboarding process.

• Supportive environment characterized by recognition and constructive feedback. Shared vision and common values that connect us globally.
• Exciting and varied fields of work and tasks that relate to the "big picture" in a global company. Plenty of creative freedom, intercultural collaboration, perspectives and projects worldwide.
• Commitment to sustainability and contribution to the creation of natural products and production processes, based on the principle of the circular economy.
• GELITA Competency Model and targeted systems and processes for your professional development. Learning opportunities for all employees. Talent identification and development with global and local development programs, coaching and mentoring.
• Holistic approach to promoting the health of our employees. Full benefits packages, employee assistance programs, mental health awareness.
• Working environment in which safety and the production of high-quality products have top priority. With regular training and consistent implementation in everyday life through our GoSafe program.
• Attractive total compensation packages with bonus options and a full offering of health and wellness benefits, including retirement contribution match.
• Possibilities for flexible working hours and opportunities to work remotely for an improved work‑life balance.
• Comprehensive and structured orientation and onboarding process.

Your Contact Person

Our greatest competitive advantage is having the right people on board. At GELITA , the purpose of our Talent Acquisition team is to source, attract, develop and retain individuals who align with our organizational culture, creating value for the business and supporting the achievement of our long‑term goals.

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