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Cost Accountant Lead

Ferrero, Franklin Park, Illinois, United States, 60398

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Ferrero . Ferrero is a family-owned company with a global outlook and iconic brands. The Ferrero Group operates in more than 50 countries with products sold in more than 170 countries and about 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality. We are looking for a Cost Accountant Lead to join our growing team in Franklin Park, IL. This role will ensure ongoing analysis of local production performance and efficiencies and will manage a direct report. Responsibilities

Budget preparation: assist the Plant Controller, perform cost center and pool analysis, input data in SAP, and execute the budget cost run, ensuring data accuracy. Product costing: prepare material standard costs for new codes and perform cost calculations and transfer pricing for new products. Industrial costs/analysis: analyze progress and variances of resources used in production (materials, labor, overtime) and prepare corresponding reports. Month-end: liaise with Maintenance, Administration, and Central teams to meet close timelines; ensure monthly costs are posted and accruals are made; execute month-end close procedures; perform assessments and troubleshooting with IT/Central functions as needed. Monthly variances: create a database for variances, analyze and report variances, and support action plans to reduce variances. Capex & fixed assets register: monitor and report on capital project WIP; perform SAP activities to maintain capex WBS; keep asset register up to date with asset changes. Reporting: prepare internal weekly reports, budget progress reports (OVH, energy, depreciation, destructions, etc.), and the month-end reporting package; demonstrate knowledge of SAP, Excel, and production processes; apply costing principles; maintain inventory control experience in a manufacturing environment. Salary and benefits : The base salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other legally permitted factors. In addition to base salary, Ferrero offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits. Learn more about benefits at https://www.ferrerocareers.com/us/en/our-benefits. Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees feel welcomed and valued. We provide opportunities for personal and professional growth and strive to craft a journey for our employees. Equal employment opportunity : Ferrero N.A. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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