The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership
With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.
At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a integral technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.

The Cost Accountant Manager plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of financial information. This position is responsible for preparing, analyzing, and presenting financial reports to support business decision-making,



while partnering closely with the Plant Controller and Finance Director. The Cost Accountant Manager will lead cost accounting activities, inventory controls, financial analysis, and month-end closing processes in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and analyze weekly inventory and Purchase Price Variance (PPV) reports.
- Develop quarterly excess and obsolete inventory reserve analyses.
- Review and approve inventory adjustments related to discrepancies, engineering changes, obsolescence, and other inventory-related transactions.
- Authorize the appropriate use of general ledger accounts for manual journal entries.
- Support the review and financial impact analysis of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
- Prepare, review, and analyze month-end journal entries.
- Consolidate, analyze, and explain financial results during the monthly closing process.
- Lead the preparation and consolidation of annual standard costs.
- Monitor, analyze, and control manufacturing costs to ensure operational efficiency.
- Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
- Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
- Oversee inventory adjustments, cycle count programs, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
- Perform monthly indirect material cost adjustments.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date departmental documentation.




- Actively participate in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs, training sessions, and initiatives.
- Promptly report unsafe conditions, incidents, injuries, spills, fires, or illnesses, regardless of severity.
- Ensure full compliance with all Environmental, Health, and Safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in finance and/or accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong background in cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting.
- Intermediate to advanced English proficiency with the ability to communicate effectively in meetings and written correspondence.

Skills & Competencies

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory controls, and financial management.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Leadership and team collaboration capabilities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- High ethical standards and commitment to compliance.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Continuous improvement and process optimization mindset.

Location: Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico.

World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety
Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.

📌 Cost Accountant Manager. (México)
🏢 Kidde Global Solutions
📍 México