Cost Accountant

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.  A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. Job Summary ----------- To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a **Cost Accountant** located in **Guadalajara, North Campus.** Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the **Cost Accountant** will in charge of preparing and maintaining accounting records and researching and interpreting accounting records to give advice or prepare statements. What a typical day looks like: * Perform periodic review of Profit and Loss (P&L) account to ensure that all the postings are done as per the defined Policy, Process and Procedures.   * Compare the Actual with Forecast / Quote and ensure that the variances are properly researched and required adjustment postings are done in the books.  Collect the business reasons for the remaining variances and report appropriately.   * Reconcile all the scoped Balance sheet accounts with sub ledger/manual schedule to identify the variance, if any and ensure that those variances are properly dealt in the books of accounts.   * Review the accounts on periodic basis to identify any potential risk and ensure that the same is mitigated properly.   * Ensure that all the book close related /reporting activities are properly planned and executed on timely basis with utmost accuracy.  * Work with relevant teams to prepare the Forecast / Budget for the related accounts.   * Work along with Operations team to improve the business / operational metrics.   * Be familiar with relevant Accounting, regulatory and reporting requirements in the Controllers Handbook and RCTS  The experience we’re looking to add to our team: * Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. * Experience in Cost Accounting, Financial Analysis, or Manufacturing Accounting. * Advance English * Manufacturing Environment preferred * Experience with month-end close * Account reconciliations * P&L * Analysis * Budgeting * Forecasting * Financial reporting. * Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables) and database management experience. * Experience with ERP systems, preferably BAAN V5. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. * CPA, CMA, APICS, or similar certification is a plus. What you’ll receive for the great work you provide: * Competitive Salary. * Life & Medical insurance. * Christmas Bonus. * Food Coupons. * Saving Fund **CV19** Job Category ------------ Finance Required Skills: Optional Skills: Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).