• Cost Accountant

    Aston Carter (Franklin Park, IL)


    Job Title: Cost Accountant Lead

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly skilled Cost Accountant Lead to join our expanding team in Franklin Park, IL. This role is crucial for ensuring ongoing analysis of local production performance and efficiencies, as well as managing a direct report.

    Responsibilities

    + Assist the Plant Controller with the preparation of the budget.

    + Conduct cost center and pool analysis.

    + Input data into SAP and execute the full Budget cost run.

    + Analyze data correctness.

    + Prepare material standard costs for each new code received throughout the year.

    + Perform cost calculations and transfer prices for new products.

    + Analyze progress and variance of resources used in production, including materials, labor, and overtime.

    + Prepare corresponding reports.

    + Coordinate with Maintenance, Administration, and Central to meet close timelines.

    + Ensure monthly costs are posted, including necessary accruals.

    + Execute month-end close procedures.

    + Conduct assessments and troubleshoot with IT and Central functions as required.

    + Create a database for Monthly Variances and analyze reports.

    + Support action plans to reduce variances.

    + Monitor and prepare regular reporting on capital project WIP.

    + Prepare and maintain CAPEX WBS in SAP.

    + Update asset register when fixed assets change.

    + Prepare internal weekly reports and specific budget progress reports.

    + Prepare the Month-end Reporting Package.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in cost accounting, accounting, reconciliation, and general ledger management.

    + Experience with month-end procedures and cost analysis.

    + SAP and Microsoft Excel proficiency, including lookup tables, if-then statements, and pivot tables.

    + Background in journal entry and financial reporting.

    + Experience with fixed asset management, inventory accounting, and finance.

    + ERP systems experience.

    + Ability to conduct forecasting, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.

    + Understanding of financial statements, balance sheets, and variance analysis.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.

    + 3-5 years of experience in an accounting capacity.

    + Experience in the food/beverage industry is preferred.

    + Managerial or leadership experience is desirable.

    + MBA is a plus.

    + Budgeting experience and cost estimation skills.

    + Quick thinker, autonomous, proactive.

    + Strong understanding of production processes including phases, cycles, and production models.

    + Economics background and experience in inventory control.

    + Experience in a manufacturing environment.

    + 2+ years of experience specifically in cost accounting.

    Work Environment

    Join a dynamic work environment in Franklin Park, IL, with a focus on quality and consumer care. The workplace offers growth opportunities, especially in the context of expanding operations in North America. The role involves working with advanced software such as SAP and requires strong Excel skills. The dress code is business casual, and the position offers flexible working hours.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Franklin Park, Illinois.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

     

    Ferrero USA Benefits Overview🩺 Health & Wellness

     

    Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision CoveragePrescription PlansHealth Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Mental Health Support via Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Teledoc Services for virtual healthcareWell-being Resources to support physical and mental health

     

    • Financial Security

     

    401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with up to 3.5% match and immediate vestingBasic & Supplemental Life InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) InsuranceShort-Term & Long-Term Disability InsuranceCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

     

    •‍👩‍👧 Family & Lifestyle

    Competitive Parental LeaveAdoption & Surrogacy SupportInfertility CoveragePet InsurancePersonal Travel Insurance

    • Work-Life Balance

     

    Generous Vacation Days, Personal Days, and Company HolidaysLegal InsuranceIdentity Theft Protection

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Franklin Park,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.