Cost Accounting Director

Michael Page; Mexicali; Hybrid; MXN 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

Michael Page International México Reclutamiento Especializado S.A. de C.V. seeks a Senior Director of Cost Accounting to lead global cost management across manufacturing operations.

You will establish standard costing, drive profitability analysis, and partner with executive teams to steer strategic financial decisions. The role requires 15+ years in manufacturing finance, strong governance capability, and experience across Shared Services, GBS, and CoE structures to execute cost optimization

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a finance, accounting, engineering, or business field.
• MBA or advanced finance qualification preferred.
• CPA/CMA or equivalent certification desirable.
• 15+ years leading manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and operational finance.
• Experience governing global cost management within shared services and multinational plants.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive a global cost management strategy aligned with financial and operational goals.
• Lead standard costing, inventory valuation, overhead allocation, and cost accounting globally.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering to identify cost savings and investments.
• Establish global policies and reporting to ensure cost visibility, governance, and accountability.
• Mentor and develop global cost teams and foster cross-regional collaboration.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial leadership

Strategic partnering

Global governance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Industrial Engineering/BA

MBA or Masters in Finance

CPA/CMA or equivalent

Job description

• Global leader driving cost optimization across manufacturing operations.
• Strategic expert in cost management, profitability, and productivity.

Sobre nuestro cliente

The organization operates in the manufacturing industry in Mexicali.

Descripción

The ideal candidate is a highly strategic and influential leader with deep expertise in manufacturing cost accounting, financial analysis, operational finance, and global manufacturing environments. This individual will provide oversight of all cost-related activities across global operations, establish best-in-class costing methodologies, and deliver actionable insights that support executive decision-making and long-term business growth.Key Responsibilities:

• Global Cost Strategy & Financial Leadership:
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive global cost management strategy aligned with the company's financial and operational objectives.
  • Drive margin expansion through cost reduction initiatives, productivity programs, and operational efficiencies across all manufacturing sites.
  • Serve as the global subject matter expert for manufacturing costs, profitability analysis, and cost optimization opportunities.
  • Partner with executive leadership to improve financial performance and support strategic business decisions.
• Manufacturing Cost Management:
  • Lead the development, maintenance, and governance of standard costing methodologies across all manufacturing locations.
  • Oversee product costing, inventory valuation, overhead allocation, and cost accounting processes globally.
  • Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances, including material, labor, overhead, and production efficiencies.
  • Establish robust cost controls and reporting mechanisms to ensure accuracy, transparency, and accountability.
• Strategic Business Partnering:
  • Collaborate closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, and Commercial teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Support strategic initiatives including footprint optimization, plant expansions, capital investments, automation projects, and make-versus-buy analyses.
  • Provide financial leadership for major operational and supply chain transformation programs.
  • Influence pricing strategies through deep understanding of product cost structures and margin drivers.
• Global Governance & Standardization:
  • Establish global policies, procedures, and best practices for cost management and reporting.
  • Drive consistency in financial metrics, costing methodologies, and performance measurement across regions.
  • Develop executive dashboards and KPIs to monitor cost performance and operational effectiveness.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and corporate governance requirements.
• Leadership & Talent Development:
  • Lead and develop global teams of Cost Managers and Cost Accountants.
  • Build a high-performance enviroment focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Mentor finance leaders across regions and strengthen organizational capabilities in manufacturing finance and cost management.
  • Foster collaboration across diverse global teams.

Perfil buscado

A successful Director Cost Accounting should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• MBA, Master's degree in Finance, or other advanced business qualification strongly preferred.
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification is desirable.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and operational finance.
• Experience leading global cost management organizations within Shared Services, Global Business Services (GBS), and Centers of Excellence (CoE), driving standardization, governance, and operational excellence across regions.
• Significant experience leading global cost management initiatives within multinational manufacturing organizations.
• Proven track record of driving cost reductions, productivity improvements, and margin expansion across multiple facilities and regions.
• Experience supporting complex manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated success leading global teams and influencing executive stakeholders.

Qué Ofrecemos

Competitive Compensation Package.