Manager, Global Cost Reporting
About The Position
The Manager, Global Cost Reporting is a key leader within the Finance organization, partnering closely with global, cross-functional teams to support the continued growth and scalability of HelloFresh’s U.S. distribution network. This role blends controllership, analytics, and transformation. You will own end-to-end weekly cost reporting, drive continuous improvement through automation and modernization, and deliver insights that enable cost-effective, data-driven decision-making. Success in this role requires comfort navigating complex and ambiguous problems, strong financial judgment, and the ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights for senior leaders.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related analytical discipline
- 5+ years of experience in roles requiring financial analysis and reporting
- 3+ years of experience collecting, analyzing, and managing quantitative data to drive business improvement and cost reduction
- Advanced data analysis skills, including SQL and data visualization tools such as Tableau
- Strong financial acumen with experience in forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and performance interpretation
- 2+ years of experience hiring, leading, and developing teams
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities while providing clear, steady leadership during periods of change
Nice To Haves
- MBA and/or professional certification (CPA, CMA, or equivalent), with experience in cost reporting, supply chain, or food, grocery, manufacturing, or e-commerce environments
- Experience building financial dashboards and advanced analyses using Python and/or KNIME
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex topics clearly and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build credibility with senior leadership
- Ability to travel up to 25% within the U.S.
Responsibilities
- Own and continuously evolve end-to-end weekly cost reporting models through close partnership with Procurement, Operations, Logistics, Data Analytics, and Finance stakeholders
- Serve as a subject matter expert on financial and operational cost data, clearly communicating key drivers, assumptions, and risks to support business decisions
- Lead financial review and controllership discussions with business partners to ensure cost transparency, accuracy, and accountability
- Define reporting methodologies and build automated financial models, recurring analytics, ad hoc analyses, and operational KPIs using tools such as Excel, SQL, KNIME, and Tableau
- Champion automation and technology adoption, including the implementation and project management of new tools, dashboards, and reporting frameworks
- Identify and lead process improvement and transformation initiatives, partnering with stakeholders to scope opportunities, define objectives, and structure execution plans
- Collaborate with data owners and technology teams to ensure financial data is accurate, timely, automated, and decision-ready
- Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing talent within the cost reporting team
Benefits
- Competitive Salary & 401k company match that vests immediately upon participation
- Generous parental leave of 16 weeks & PTO policy
- $0 monthly premium and other flexible health plans effective first day of employment
- 75% discount on your subscription to HelloFresh (as well as other product initiatives)
- Snacks, cold brew on tap & monthly catered lunches
- Company sponsored outings & Employee Resource Groups
- Collaborative, dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
