Contador de Costos Senior (Híbrido)

Placements24; Monterrey; Hybrid; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional growth

Advanced financial tools

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a highly analytical Senior Cost Accountant for a hybrid role based in Monterrey, Nuevo León. You will develop and manage cost accounting systems to optimize production costs and provide actionable insights for profitability.

Responsibilities include standard cost maintenance, variance reporting, inventory costing, and budgeting support, with collaboration across operations and finance. CPA/CMA is a plus; experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Hybrid work model capability.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with Monterrey's industrial landscape is a plus.
• CPA or CMA designation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain standard cost systems and variance reporting.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and advise on cost reductions.
• Manage inventory valuation and costing processes.
• Prepare cost reports and present findings to management.
• Assist budgeting and forecasting for production costs.
• Collaborate with production and engineering for cost data accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with cost accounting policies and procedures.
• Support audits related to cost information.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Advanced Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a highly analytical Senior Cost Accountant for a hybrid position based in Monterrey, Nuevo León . This role is crucial for optimizing production costs and providing valuable insights into manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing cost accounting systems and procedures. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, variance analysis, and inventory valuation. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work remotely part of the week while collaborating with the operations and finance teams in our Monterrey office. Your expertise will directly impact profitability and operational efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a cost accounting professional to make a significant contribution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain standard cost systems, including cost analysis and variance reporting.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and expenses, providing recommendations for cost reduction.
• Manage inventory valuation and costing processes.
• Prepare cost reports and present findings to management.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes related to production costs.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to ensure accurate cost data.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures related to cost accounting.
• Support internal and external audits regarding cost information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with the industrial landscape in Monterrey, Nuevo León is a plus.
• CPA or CMA designation is an advantage.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive annual salary of MXN, along with potential bonuses.
• Benefit from a hybrid work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in cost accounting.
• Work with a leading company in the dynamic industrial sector of Monterrey .
• Be part of a collaborative and experienced finance team.
• Access to advanced financial tools and systems.