Manager, Cost Accounting

LIXIL; Santa Clara Coatitla; Presencial; MXN 400.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

LIXIL busca un líder en contabilidad para unirse a su equipo en Santa Clara Coatitla. Este profesional será responsable de proporcionar liderazgo financiero, optimizar el rendimiento del sitio y guiar decisiones comerciales impactantes.

Se requiere experiencia progresiva en control financiero y habilidades avanzadas en SAP y Excel. La posición exige un entorno colaborativo y el manejo de informes financieros críticos.

Formación

• Mínimo 2 años de experiencia en control financiero o contabilidad de costos.
• Fuerte conocimiento en control de producción y análisis de variaciones.
• Fluidez en inglés, tanto escrito como hablado.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinar el proceso de cierre contable mensual y anual.
• Colaborar con el equipo de operaciones para reducir el capital de trabajo.
• Actuar como socio comercial para identificar iniciativas de mejora en eficiencia.

Conocimientos

SAP (CO, FI, MM)

Excel avanzado

Análisis de datos

Comunicación verbal y escrita

Trabajo en equipo

Organización

Habilidades analíticas

Educación

Licenciatura en Finanzas, Contabilidad o Administración de Empresas

Herramientas

Power BI

Descripción del empleo

About Us

Every person on the planet dreams of a better home. And at LIXIL, we’re committed to making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. We make it happen with pioneering water and housing technology solutions. Home to world leading brands like INAX, American Standard, GROHE, TOSTEM and many more, we touch the lives of more than a billion people each day, transforming houses into homes. Our planet is the home we all share. So how we do business matters. Our inclusive and empowering culture, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to having a positive impact on the planet are integral to our business strategy. LIXIL today is on a journey of transformation. The world around us is changing. Technological advances. Evolving needs. New demographics. Shifting expectations. These changes serve as opportunities for solutions to be discovered, and to unlock progress for all.

Overview

This position is part of the Controller Department.

Responsibilities

As a strategic business partner within the plant leadership team, the Leader, Accounting reports to Sr. Manager, Financial Controller and provides financial leadership to drive profitability, optimize site performance, and guide high‑impact business decisions. The role is responsible for overseeing financial planning, management reporting, and cost controls in strict alignment with corporate policies.

Qualifications

Cost Control, Financial Closing, and Reporting

Lead and coordinate the plant's monthly and year‑end cost closing process, ensuring the accurate preparation of journal entries and strict compliance with corporate group deadlines.

Monitor and integrate Purchase Price Variance (PPV), conducting in‑depth analyses of the impact of material costs, freight, and duties.

Prepare and present financial reports and key variance analyses for project leadership and senior management, ensuring that department heads execute corrective actions based on the results.

Working Capital and Inventory Optimization

Coordinate the annual physical inventory and the weekly cycle counting program to guarantee inventory accuracy.

Proactively collaborate with the plant operations team to reduce Working Capital, focusing on lowering inventory levels.

Business Partnering and Investment Strategy (CAPEX)

Act as a Business Partner to the Plant General Manager and the manufacturing team to identify efficiency improvement initiatives, cost reduction opportunities, and risk analyses.

Coordinate investment feasibility analyses (CAPEX), maintaining strict financial control over expected vs. realized expenditures, and measuring potential savings and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC).

Establish and manage the annual budget for one or more departments within the plant's financial discipline (controlling, accounting, and internal audit).

Governance, Compliance, and Internal Control

Design, monitor, and maintain the plant's internal control system to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of all financial transactions.

Ensure full compliance with corporate financial policies and internal audit procedures.

Education - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration.

Experience - 2+ years of progressive experience in financial controlling, cost accounting, or corporate finance.

Strong background in production controlling, standard product costing, variance analysis, and CAPEX evaluation.

ERP Systems

Advanced, hands‑on knowledge of SAP (CO, FI and MM modules).

Data & Analytics

Advanced MS Excel skills (complex formulas, data modeling); proficiency in Power BI or similar data visualization tools is highly desirable.

Languages - Fluent English (written and spoken), with the ability to present financial results and build business cases for global corporate stakeholders.

Skills and abilities – Excellent verbal and written communication skills, Ability to work in a team environment, Must have excellent organization skills, Very good analytical skills.

Hiring Range

Aplicable de acuerdo a localidad

EEO Statement

Declaración de Igualdad de Oportunidades de Empleo: AS Maquila México S. de R.L. de C.V. y American Standard B&K México, son empleadores que ofrecen igualdad de oportunidades. Todos los solicitantes que resulten calificados para la posición para la que apliquen, serán considerados para el empleo sin distinción de raza, color, religión, lugar de origen, ascendencia, orientación sexual, identidad de género, genética, discapacidad, estado civil, edad, estado civil, estado de salud, condición o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley.