Finance Analyst – Global Product Costing

Jacobs Douwe Egberts UK; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global coffee company in Utrecht is seeking a Financial Analyst for Global Product Costing to ensure product cost accuracy. You will analyze and forecast costs, impacting commercial decision-making in a fast-paced FMCG environment. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Finance and 3-5 years of relevant experience, along with strong analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency. This role combines analytical tasks with collaboration across departments, offering an opportunity to contribute to strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Finance, FP&A, Controlling, or Product Costing, preferably in FMCG or manufacturing.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Procurement is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and maintain accurate standard product costs and COGS at SKU level.
• Prepare and analyze cost forecasts based on commodities and supply chain costs.
• Perform product cost calculations, variance analysis, and reconciliations in SAP.
• Analyze cost movements, identify key drivers, and provide actionable insights.
• Support New Product Development by delivering timely cost calculations.
• Act as a financial business partner ensuring cost transparency and decision support.

Skills

Financial expertise

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Ownership

Curiosity

Proactive mindset

Education

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, or related field

Tools

SAP

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

Job Description

As a Financial Analyst – Global Product Costing, you will be part of the Global Product Costing team based in Utrecht, playing a key role in defining and safeguarding product cost accuracy across the business. You will be responsible for calculating, analyzing, and forecasting product costs at SKU level, directly impacting COGS and commercial decision-making. Acting as a financial partner, you will work closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, R&D, and Commercial teams. You will translate complex cost data into clear insights to support strategic and operational decisions. This role combines strong analytical work with cross-functional collaboration in a global FMCG environment.

Key responsibilities

• Calculate and maintain accurate standard product costs and COGS at SKU level
• Prepare and analyze cost forecasts based on commodities, conversion, and supply chain costs
• Perform product cost calculations, variance analysis, and reconciliations in SAP
• Analyze cost movements, identify key drivers, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders
• Support New Product Development by delivering timely and accurate cost calculations
• Act as a financial business partner, ensuring cost transparency and decision support across functions

Qualifications

Working at JDE Peet’s is hands‑on, fast‑paced, and collaborative. We’re looking for someone who combines financial expertise with curiosity, ownership, and a proactive mindset.

For this role as a Financial Analyst – Global Product Costing, we’re looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience in Finance, FP&A, Controlling, or Product Costing, preferably in FMCG or manufacturing
• Analytical skills with high accuracy, ownership, and attention to detail
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Experience working with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Procurement is a strong advantage

Company Description

Who we are?

We are JDE Peet’s. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart.

What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s?

We believe amazing things happen over a cup of coffee. Together, we create those moments every day, turning ideas into impact and possibilities into reality. At JDE Peet’s, we work as one team guided by our values: we Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together. Here, you’ll find the freedom to innovate, the courage to take bold steps, and the support to grow your career in a global environment.

Come join our team and discover what your cup of amazing can be!