Cost Accounting Manager (on-site)

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Schaumburg, IL

2d•$125,923 - $153,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Cost Accounting Manager serves as a key finance business partner to the Factory Controller and leadership team, driving financial performance through accurate costing, insightful analysis, and strategic decision support. This role helps identify opportunities to reduce operating costs, improve efficiency, and ensure compliance with financial standards and Nestlé Accounting Standards (NAS). The Cost Accounting Manager also develops and leads a high-performing team, leveraging data, analysis, and Nestlé tools to deliver sustainable cost savings and support the factory's long-term business objectives. This is a fully onsite position based at our Schaumburg, IL manufacturing facility.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
5+ years of progressive finance experience, including financial planning, analysis, reporting, and business partnership responsibilities
2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word
Proficiency in financial planning and accounting systems
Team leadership experience, including direct and indirect reporting relationships; supervisory experience preferred
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Ability to effectively communicate and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Strong planning, prioritization, and project management capabilities
Demonstrated ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
Well-developed verbal, written, and presentation skills

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the cost accounting team, assigning resources to cross-functional initiatives that drive cost savings through Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) and Lean methodologies
Identify and validate cost reduction opportunities, challenge assumptions, and provide financial insights to support operational decision-making and efficiency improvements
Partner with Engineering to monitor CAPEX spending, support capitalizations, and ensure financial accountability for capital projects
Oversee month-end close, actuals reporting, and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with Nestlé financial, accounting, and costing standards
Lead the factory budgeting and planning process, including forecasts, scenario analyses, and new product costing
Coach, develop, and succession-plan team members using TPMS tools to build a high-performing finance organization
Provide financial transparency and impact assessments to support major operational and strategic decisions
Deliver savings targets by driving, supporting, and validating factory cost improvement initiatives
Develop the Finance team as influential business partners and leaders in operational reviews and continuous improvement projects
Ensure compliance with all Nestlé financial policies, accounting standards, and costing requirements