About the role
the plant cost accounting senior manager will guide a regional team responsible for cost analysis, operational insights, and financial performance support for manufacturing plants. This position combines people leadership, process oversight, continuous improvement, and strong stakeholder collaboration. A critical focus of this role is developing capabilities within the team and building a diverse and high-performing talent pipeline.
it is highly desirable to have experience supporting manufacturing sites across multiple regions, particularly within latam and noam. Familiarity with regional operational differences and cross-border coordination will be valuable for success in this role.
location: mexico city (hybrid role)
responsibilities
* coordinate and supervise plant cost analysis activities, ensuring alignment with business priorities and performance expectations.
* support the validation and review of product cost development across the manufacturing network.
* oversee annual budget preparation and collaborate closely with analysts and operational stakeholders.
* monitor monthly production variances and partner with cross-functional teams to understand deviations and recommend actions.
* deliver high-quality monthly reporting summaries and performance insights to leadership.
qualifications
* bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
* +10 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, cost management, or plant operations support.
* proven experience leading large teams.
* advanced english required.
required skills
* technical / compliance: knowledge of lean six sigma or pmo methodologies is a plus.
* soft skills: strong collaboration and communication, problem-solving and decision-making, strategic thinking, ability to manage technical and functional processes effectively.
* leadership competencies: effective communication, continuous improvement mindset, change management, customer and stakeholder focus, ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
we are committed to diversity and inclusivity.
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