Cost Accountant - Financial Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking an analytical Cost Analyst to join our finance team in Juárez, Mexico. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and controlling costs across our operations. You will provide critical financial insights that support strategic decision-making and help optimize our organization's profitability. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to work efficiently with complex financial data.

• Analyze and track production costs, labor expenses, and overhead allocations to identify cost drivers and variances
• Prepare cost reports and variance analyses, comparing actual costs against budgeted amounts and investigating significant deviations
• Develop and maintain cost models and forecasts to support budgeting and financial planning processes
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and accounting teams to gather cost data and ensure accuracy of financial records
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements, presenting recommendations to management
• Maintain and update cost accounting systems and databases, ensuring data integrity and timely reporting

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in cost accounting or financial analysis
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Solid understanding of cost accounting principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting software, SAP knowledge (SAP CO) is a plus
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy
• Proficiency in data analysis and the ability to interpret complex financial information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish, working language is English since we are an international team
• Familiarity with manufacturing or production cost analysis is a plus

Company Description

Bosch was founded in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) and for more than 130 years has been distinguished by a unique corporate culture based on solid values ​​that drive us to improve every day. Our products, present in a wide variety of fields, that contribute to improve the quality of life of millions of people.