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Nestlé · 3 days ago

Manager, Cost Accounting

Morton, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

Nestlé is a leading company in the food industry, known for its beloved brands. They are seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to drive operational efficiency and profitability through strategic financial insights and cost analysis.

CoffeeCosmeticsDairyFood and BeverageWater

No H1B

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide actionable insights on COGS, cost of production, distribution costs, and transfer pricing

Lead the quarterly calculation and analysis of ACE, DFs, FFOH, depreciation, and distribution costs

Oversee period-end closing, ensuring precise calculation of actual costs and compliance with Nestlé standards

Provide ad hoc analysis for business units, support CapEx decisions, and deliver relevant inputs for transfer pricing and export studies

Drive and participate in cost optimization and benchmarking projects, both locally and above-market

Act as the single point of contact for above-market costing projects

Mentor and develop the costing team, fostering growth through project participation, workshops, and stakeholder engagement

Ensure all costing activities meet Nestlé and local standards. Lead costing-related training and promote a culture of compliance and continuous learning

Qualification

Cost AccountingFinancial AnalysisSAPAdvanced ExcelFMCG ExperienceAnalytical SkillsBusiness Process UnderstandingLeadership SkillsCompliance KnowledgeChange ManagementCommunication SkillsMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Demonstrated success in efficiency and best practice projects

Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Deep understanding of business processes, internal controls, and IT systems supporting E2E finance

Internals: Expertise in Nestlé Costing (CSM, CSD, TP) and Accounting Standards (NAS)

Knowledge of local tax legislation and reporting guidelines

Experience benchmarking with other markets and driving value creation across the full business value chain

Preferred

5+ years of experience in Accounting/Finance (Factory, Supply Chain, or Sales Controller roles preferred)

Experience in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry preferred

Proficiency in English; SAP and advanced Excel skills highly valued

Company

Nestlé

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As the world’s largest food and beverage company we are driven by a simple aim: unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come.

Founded in 1866

Vevey, Vaud, CHE

10001+ employees