Senior Cost Accounting Analyst

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Little Chute, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives. Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. As a Senior Cost Accounting Analyst at the Nestle USA Little Chute facility, you will be a Co-Pilot within the Factory Team (vision, organization, practices, initiatives/projects) on a day-to-day basis. Provide financial leadership by supplying factory and corporate management accurate and timely financial data.

Requirements

B.S. Degree in accounting, or other finance degree or equivalent field
2+ years Accounting/Finance experience
Communication, leadership and planning skills
Effective time management skills
Ability to communicate to all audiences within the organization
Aptitude with financial systems and advanced excel experience
Ability to perform moderately complex calculations
Analytical thinking, curiosity, and detail oriented

Responsibilities

Develop an in-depth knowledge of the factory operations to assist production management in the identification, reporting, analysis and correction of excessive losses, machine inefficiencies and labor inefficiencies.
Partner with operations to maximize performance by designing financial and non-financial measurements and KPIs.
Develop routines to be present on the factory floor.
Challenge assumptions in seeking cost improvements in factory.
Seek for and support cost improvement opportunities.
Be an active contributor to improvement projects and initiatives.
Own and compile accurate, timely financial reporting including period end close activities and daily variance analysis.
Partner with Engineering to monitor capitalizations.
Research capitalization discrepancies and delays.
Ensure accurate and timely capitalization adhering to company policy.
Perform fixed asset cycle counts on a routine basis.
Report, track, and forecast asset retirements and impairments.
Support compliance to Nestle Accounting Standards, operating instructions and guidelines through monitoring, control reviews and the factory compliance team.
Reporting, analysis, and support of assigned functional cost centers.