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The organization operates in the manufacturing industry in Mexicali.

DescripciónThe ideal candidate is a highly strategic and influential leader with deep expertise in manufacturing cost accounting, financial analysis, operational finance, and global manufacturing environments.

This individual will provide oversight of all cost-related activities across global operations, establish best-in-class costing methodologies, and deliver actionable insights that support executive decision-making and long-term business growth.

Key Responsibilities:- Global Cost Strategy & Financial Leadership:- Develop and execute a comprehensive global cost management strategy aligned with the company's financial and operational objectives.- Drive margin expansion through cost reduction initiatives, productivity programs, and operational efficiencies across all manufacturing sites.- Serve as the global subject matter expert for manufacturing costs, profitability analysis, and cost optimization opportunities.- Partner with executive leadership to improve financial performance and support strategic business decisions.- Manufacturing Cost Management- Lead the development, maintenance, and governance of standard costing methodologies across all manufacturing locations.- Oversee product costing, inventory valuation, overhead allocation, and cost accounting processes globally.- Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances, including material, labor, overhead, and production efficiencies.- Establish robust cost controls and reporting mechanisms to ensure accuracy, transparency, and accountability.- Strategic Business Partnering- Collaborate closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, and Commercial teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.- Support strategic initiatives including footprint optimization, plant expansions, capital investments, automation projects,



and make-versus-buy analyses.- Provide financial leadership for major operational and supply chain transformation programs.- Influence pricing strategies through deep understanding of product cost structures and margin drivers.- Global Governance & Standardization- Establish global policies, procedures, and best practices for cost management and reporting.- Drive consistency in financial metrics, costing methodologies, and performance measurement across regions.- Develop executive dashboards and KPIs to monitor cost performance and operational effectiveness.- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and corporate governance requirements.- Leadership & Talent Development- Lead and develop global teams of Cost Managers and Cost Accountants.- Build a high-performance enviroment focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making.- Mentor finance leaders across regions and strengthen organizational capabilities in manufacturing finance and cost management.- Foster collaboration across diverse global teams.

Perfil buscadoA successful Director Cost Accounting should have:- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.- MBA, Master's degree in Finance, or other advanced business qualification strongly preferred.- CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification is desirable.- 15+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and operational finance.- Experience leading global cost management organizations within Shared Services, Global Business Services (GBS), and Centers of Excellence (CoE), driving standardization, governance, and operational excellence across regions.- Significant experience leading general cost management initiatives within multinational manufacturing organizations.- Proven track record of driving cost reductions, productivity improvements, and margin expansion across multiple facilities and regions.- Experience supporting complex manufacturing environments- Demonstrated success leading global teams and influencing executive stakeholders.

Qué Ofrecemos

Competitive Compensation Package.

📌 Cost Accounting Director (Mexicali)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 Mexicali