Finance Associate – Manufacturing Costing

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Finance Associate – Manufacturing Costing supports costing and financial analysis activities across a global manufacturing network. This role works closely with a U.S.-based Finance team to deliver accurate cost analysis, reporting, and insights. The analyst will assist in standard costing, variance analysis, and data reporting while building foundational knowledge in supply chain finance and manufacturing operations.

What You Will Do

Manufacturing Costing Support

Assist in maintaining and updating standard costs for products across manufacturing sites

Support monthly variance analysis (material, labor, overhead) to identify cost drivers

Prepare cost reports and reconcile data for month-end close activities

Investigate basic cost discrepancies and escalate issues as needed

Reporting & Data Management

Compile and validate data from ERP systems to support cost analysis

Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and timeliness across systems

Maintain documentation for costing processes and reporting templates

Deriving responses to cost inquiries

Global Supply Chain Collaboration

Work with cross-functional teams (Procurement, Operations, Finance) to gather inputs for cost analysis

Support analysis of material costs, freight, and supply chain expenses

Financial Planning & Support

Assist with basic scenario analysis under guidance from senior team members

Support ad hoc financial analysis requests

Continuous Improvement

Participate in standardization efforts across global locations

Support automation initiatives using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools

What You Will Bring

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Economics, or a related field

1–2 years of experience in finance, supply chain, accounting, or data analysis

Experience in a shared services or global support model preferred

Technical Skills

Basic understanding of cost accounting and financial analysis concepts

Advanced English

Core Competencies

Strong attention to detail and data accuracy

Analytical mindset with willingness to learn manufacturing costing concepts

Effective communication skills, especially in a remote/global team environment

Ability to follow established processes and meet deadlines

Collaborative attitude with a customer-service mindset toward internal stakeholders

Career Path Options

This role will prepare you for upward or lateral mobility opportunities across the organization. Others in this role have moved on to: Finance Associate Sr, Finance Analyst

Work Shift

Day (Mexico - Jalisco)