Cost Accounting Analyst

Nestlé USA

Gaffney, USonsitePosted Jul 24, 2026
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About the role

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

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.

Position Summary:

Act as a co-pilot within the factory (vision, organization, practices, initiatives/projects) on a day-to-day basis for the assigned local committee. Provide financial leadership by supplying plant and corporate management with accurate and timely financial data, along with insightful analysis and recommended actions to identify and correct inefficient operations, resulting in lower operating costs. Maintain overall financial oversight of plant assets to support accurate fixed asset inventory and timely capitalization.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify and support cost improvement opportunities by analyzing factory performance and challenging existing assumptions

Own and compile accurate, timely financial reporting, including period end close activities and daily variance analysis

Perform data quality reviews and inventory variance analysis to identify losses and improvement opportunities

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

Key Qualifications:

Preferred B.S. Degree in accounting, or other finance degree or equivalent field

Communication, leadership and planning skills

B.S. Degree in accounting, or other finance degree or equivalent field

Preferred 1 year of relevant experience in cost accounting, finance, or manufacturing environments

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

High level of comfort with financial systems and data tools

Proven ability to communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences

Demonstrated planning, organization, and stakeholder collaboration skills

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It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.

Job Requisition: 394609

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