Senior Analyst, Cost Accounting

Title: Senior Analyst, Cost Accounting

Location: USA - WI - Racine

Full time

Job Description:

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid, Glade, Ziploc and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

SC Johnson has a great opportunity to join our Cost Accounting team!

In this role, you will develop a strong foundation in data and financial analysis skills. As part of this team, you will be accountable for product level cost of sales (COS) development, analysis, reporting of manufacturing variances, as well as supporting cost savings and ad hoc projects for North America Consumer Brands (NACB). To be successful in this role, you will interact and collaborate across Finance teams as well as cross functionally with Procurement and Supply Chain.

This position reports to the Cost Accounting Manager for North America Consumer Brands (NACB).

This posting is for a current opening and may also be used to consider candidates for future similar opportunities.

For internal employees this position is an F compensation grade.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop accurate product level cost standards in accordance with our Global Costing Methodology.

• Budgeting for cost of sales (COS), including performing product costing in SAP, analyzing, and summarizing year-over-year changes in costs.

• Analyze monthly COS variances, identify/resolve issues, and prepare monthly commentary and reporting to present findings to the Cost Accounting Manager.

• Participate in project teams in support of new product launches, product changes and cost savings initiatives by developing COS estimates and financial analysis.

• Monitor cost savings projects, quantify impact to COS and ensure alignment with the Global Cost Savings Policy.

• Provide financial support and analysis for product teardowns and ad hoc projects.

• Provide financial support to Commercial Finance to ensure clear translation of COS from manufacturing to the business P&Ls.

• Prepare monthly forecast for COS variance accounts as needed.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business management with 2+ years related work experience.

• Experience analyzing financial/data

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship for full-time employment

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Prior related internship

• Excel proficient

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Working knowledge of SAP, BPC, Power BI

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full time Monday through Friday business hours

• This position will be located at our Sam's West office in Racine, WI

• Remote work is available once a week following a 90-day onboarding period.

• Not eligible for relocation

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned

at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the position remains at-will.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

SC Johnson's total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we're committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.

Inclusion & Diversity

We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. 

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

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