Finance Manager- Cost and Management Accounting

Advanced Energy; Mexicali; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Advanced Energy in Mexicali is seeking a Costing Manager to oversee cost accounting, analyze production costs, and support strategic financial planning. You will work with operations, procurement, and finance to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure accurate cost allocation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in cost accounting or financial analysis, strong ERP/Excel skills, and experience in manufacturing or service costing.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of cost accounting or financial analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems and advanced Excel.
• Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or service costing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain cost accounting systems and processes.
• Analyze production costs, material costs, labor costs, and overhead expenses.
• Prepare cost reports and forecasts for management review.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and finance teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor inventory valuation and ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Support budgeting and financial planning activities.
• Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
• Lead costing audits and support external audit requirements.
• Provide training and guidance to junior costing staff.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Cost accounting

Communication skills

Independent worker

Multi-tasking

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Herramientas

SAP

Oracle

Descripción del empleo

The Costing Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the cost accounting function within the organization. This role ensures accurate cost analysis, supports strategic decision-making, and contributes to financial planning and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of manufacturing or service costing methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain cost accounting systems and processes.
• Analyze production costs, material costs, labor costs, and overhead expenses.
• Prepare cost reports and forecasts for management review.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and finance teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor inventory valuation and ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Support budgeting and financial planning activities.
• Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
• Lead costing audits and support external audit requirements.
• Provide training and guidance to junior costing staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting or financial analysis.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or service industry costing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP platforms.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.