- Cost Accounting & SAP Leadership: Lead cost accounting in a manufacturing environment, using SAP to manage product costing, inventory, manufacturing variances, and financial compliance alongside operations.
- Operational Subject Matter Expert: Serve as the go-to expert on production processes, MRO, and material characteristics for internal teams.
- Financial Analysis & SAP Reporting: Own product cost analysis and SAP ERP reporting, ensuring accurate cost roll-ups, inventory balances, and price/manufacturing variances to guide leadership.
- ERP Data Management: Design, maintain, and analyze operational data to guarantee data integrity and support finance analysts.
- Process Improvement & Audits: Design and improve operational procedures to enhance efficiency and meet all audit standards.
- Team Leadership: Manage and support one direct report, providing guidance and performance support.
- Special Projects: Participate in annual audits and strategic projects with internal teams and external auditors or consultants.
What You Need
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Public Accounting or equivalent).
- Experience: 4+ years of experience in Finance and Cost Accounting within manufacturing environments.
- Accounting Standards: Solid knowledge of Mexican accounting standards and U.S. GAAP.
- Leadership: Proven people management experience (at least one direct report).
- Languages: Bilingual (Spanish-English) with advanced English proficiency (minimum B2 level).
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in SAP ERP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.