Job Title: Cost Accountant
Location: Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
Reports To: Finance Manager

Position Overview
The Cost Accountant will be responsible for cost accounting, inventory control, and financial analysis activities within a manufacturing environment. This position will support cost control, financial accuracy, month-end closing, and operational efficiency across the organization.

Key Responsibilities
Manage and analyze manufacturing cost accounting activities.
Monitor and analyze production costs, inventory variances, purchase price variances, scrap, and manufacturing overhead expenses.
Prepare cost reports, inventory reconciliations, variance analyses, and profitability reports.
Maintain and update standard costs for materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead.
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of cost data in the ERP system.
Analyze presente costs against standard costs and investigate significant variances.
Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.




Support internal and external audit activities.
Work closely with Production, Purchasing, Logistics, Warehouse, and Finance teams to improve cost control and operational efficiency.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
4–8 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
Automotive manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory control, cost allocation, and variance analysis.
Experience using ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Plex, or similar systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across departments.
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