Cost Accounting Analyst

The Cost accounting Analyst will play a crucial role in our organization by acting as the primary contact for local site teams and facilitating communication among various stakeholders, including Manufacturing, Finance, and Business Management, on cost-related matters. This position will ensure timely completion of month-end activities in accordance with the closing calendar and maintain accurate and up-to-date process documentation. We invite you to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering excellence. Apply now to be a part of our exciting journey Responsibilities Act as the primary contact for local site teams. Facilitate and coordinate communication among various stakeholders, including Manufacturing, Finance, and Business Management, on cost-related matters. Analyze production variances across multiple dimensions and provide detailed reports. Execute month-end closing and reporting tasks, ensuring timely completion in accordance with the closing calendar. Prepare budgets, analyze standard costs and activity rates, and monitor follow-up actions. Manage asset accounting processes. Required skills and experience Strong 3-5 years’ experience in the field of Finance, Data-Analysis and Cross-departmental communication. English required at advanced level. Experience with SAP is a plus. Experience and knowledge of the operational aspects of processes and/or manufacturing companies would be considered as an advantage. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics or similar field. MS Office (Excel Advanced). Fresh Del Monte Produce is growing — and you could be part of the journey Are you ready to bring fresh ideas, work with purpose, and join a global company making a real impact? We’re opening a brand-new role and looking for someone full of energy, passion, and the drive to help shape the future… one fruit at a time. Purpose of the Role: Senior Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis plays a crucial role in driving financial strategy, overseeing actuals performance, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning for the Del Monte MANN Division. This position is responsible for conducting comprehensive financial variance analysis against standard costs and budget to ensure operational efficiency and accuracy in reporting. It supports KPI/Operational reporting by delivering precise and timely financial insights to the Vice President of Operations, running deep cost analysis to provide proactively and timely any risk or deviation from Standard Cost / Forecast and Budget. The primary objective is to enhance visibility into financial performance and ensure timely reporting, enabling management to make strategic, data-driven decisions confidently. Key Responsibilities: Support monthly financial closings by ensuring accuracy in reporting and reconciliation. Prepare weekly and monthly P&L analysis by Product group, Production Line and individual products SKUs Lead production cost-based accounting analysis, reviewing on constant basis accuracy of Standard Cost / BOM by analyzing and explaining timely any deviation with objective to optimize cost efficiency. Collaborate with department leaders to prepare and refine seasonal standard costing for all cost components across categories and individual products. Oversee KPI/Operational reporting, ensuring accurate and timely financial insights for management and department leads can focus their performance discussions, address needed adjustments, and impact future results to maximize the bottom line. Efficiently compile monthly reports including actual results and forecast to analyze the performance and track variance analysis identifying key drivers and opportunities to improve Develop and prepare weekly business performance summaries in coordination with Operations and Sales teams to assess financial achievement and upcoming trends Researches issues as identified, reports findings, suggest alternative courses of action, and constantly look for process improvements. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning to ensure alignment with business objectives Coordinates with other areas of Finance to ensure projected financial outcomes resulting from business plans are properly planned and forecasted. Partner with Business Process & System Improvement to integrate tools and technologies to produce reports and analysis. Partners with senior management, (VP of Operations and VP of Sales) and the business functional areas to provide financial insights, recommendations on performance to help the company make effective resource allocation decisions Special Projects as assigned. Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field (e.g. Finance, etc.), from an accredited institution. At least 5 years of prior experience in a similar role. Skills: English Skills written and speaking Good math, accounting and analytical skills Advanced Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Excel, Power Pivot, Access, Word, and Outlook, Power Query & Power Automate). Working knowledge of ERPs (SAP preferred) and BI tools. Proficient in cost-based accounting principles/GAAP Demonstrated leadership presence and maturity. Excellent communication (i.e. oral and written) and leadership skills. Ability to multi-task and be detail oriented. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. The benefits we offer: Work schedule: Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Work modality: This is a Full On- Site. Collaborative work environment and professional development opportunities ***Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses. *** Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts—available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years. We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Driven by our core values—Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity—we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team. #J-18808-Ljbffr