Cost Controller

Michael Page International

Concord, NC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$130,000–$135,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
LOCATION
Concord, NC
POSTED
26 days ago
The Cost Controller bridges financial accuracy and strategic marketing insight by delivering detailed cost analyses and profitability reporting across products, customers, markets, and segments. Partnering with finance, sales, operations, and marketing, this role drives margin improvement, pricing optimization, and enhanced manufacturing efficiency through data-driven insights. Client Details My client is a well-established food manufacturer specializing in high-quality products distributed across multiple channels and markets. They combine efficient manufacturing operations with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and cost optimization to drive sustainable growth. Description 1. Cost & Profitability Analysis Develop and maintain detailed P&L analyses across products, customers, markets, and segments. Assess COGS variances, fixed versus variable costs, manufacturing inefficiencies, and gross margin trends, while supporting corrective action initiatives.2. Strategic Financial Planning Partner with sales and marketing to assess the financial impact of promotions and commercial activities. Build profitability and lifecycle models at the product and customer level, and support pricing strategies aligned with cost structures and market dynamics.3. Manufacturing & Operational Insight Collaborate with operations to understand key cost drivers and identify productivity enhancements. Highlight opportunities for cost optimization across manufacturing and supply chain processes, translating plant metrics into actionable insights.4. Reporting & Forecasting Create dashboards and reporting tools to track performance against budget for commercial leadership. Support budgeting, forecasting, and rolling cost projections, delivering clear visibility into cost-to-serve, contribution margins, and ROI.5. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Marketing to evaluate campaign effectiveness and product positioning. Partner with Sales on trade terms, discounts, and profitability by volume and mix, while providing Finance with structured insights for monthly close and variance analysis. Profile Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline; professional certifications such as CMA or CPA are an advantage.3-7 years of experience in cost accounting, financial analysis, or controlling, preferably within a manufacturing or CPG environment.Advanced Excel skills with hands-on experience using ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Salesforce) and business intelligence tools such as Board.Solid understanding of marketing ROI metrics, sales funnel dynamics, and segmentation analysis.Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, compelling insights. Job OfferCompetitive pay and a strong benefits package MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/