Contador de Costos

ID 2026-6642
Category
Accounting/Finance
Position Type
Regular Permanent Full-time employment
Location : Location
MX-HID-Pachuca
Location : City
Pachuca
Location : State/Province
HID
Location : Country
MX

Overview

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.

 

We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.

 

The Thermal Ceramics division designs, manufactures and installs a broad range of thermal insulation products that significantly reduce energy consumption and emissions in a variety of high temperature processing applications. Our product offering is extensive and covers application needs from Industrial to Commercial markets.

 

Key Figures: Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK.  Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

 

 

 

Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. I

 

 

  • Ensure the reliability and accuracy of manufacturing and purchase costs, which serve as the basis for sales price setting and management decision-making.

  • Supervise inventory valuation and inventory control through the execution of physical inventory counts and the monthly preparation of inventory movement estimates.

  • Generate and analyze Production Variances to monitor efficiency and performance within manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

  • Determine the monthly inventory valuation to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.

  • Create and maintain item codes in the system, including the assignment of product families for corporate reporting and tax compliance purposes.

  • Calculate and monitor provisions for obsolete inventory, supporting actions to control and reduce obsolescence.

  • Determine the cost of products entering inventory, based on the costing system, purchase-related expenses, and manufacturing cost components.

  • Coordinate periodic updates of production costs to reflect operational changes.

  • Audit bills of materials (BOMs) to ensure the reliability and accuracy of production costs.

  • Analyze, review, and report production cost variances versus standard costs, working closely with the Production team to address deviations.

  • Supervise the accurate recording of inventory-related purchase invoices, import documentation (customs entries), and customs broker expense accounts.

  • Execute the accounting close process for production orders in alignment with monthly closing activities.

  • Prepare the Company’s Cost of Production and Cost of Sales statement.

  • Prepare accounting closing journal entries, including cost variances, shipments, reclassifications, and provisions.

  • Support cost-saving initiatives through the preparation and analysis of manufacturing cost reports.

  • Coordinate cyclical and annual physical inventory counts to ensure inventory accuracy.

  • Record and validate invoices related to domestic freight costs.

  • Perform weekly estimates of inventory movements, including purchases, sales, and production activities.

  • Monitor raw material consumption by cost and quantity to support PRIMO savings initiatives.


Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Desirable: Specialization or diploma in Manufacturing Costs.

Required Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in:
    • Manufacturing costing in private or multinational companies.
    • Inventory control, valuation, and analysis.
    • Account analysis and reconciliation related to costs and inventory.
  • Experience in manufacturing and/or assembly companies is highly desirable.
  • Proven involvement in:
    • Production accounting close processes.
    • Cost variance analysis (actual vs. standard).
    • Cyclical and annual physical inventories.

Technical Knowledge

  • Manufacturing and standard costing.
  • Inventory valuation and obsolete inventory provisions.
  • Production variance analysis.
  • Preparation of the Statement of Cost of Production and Sales.
  • Raw material consumption analysis and cost‑saving initiatives (PRIMO savings).
  • ERP systems for manufacturing environments (preferred: JD Edwards, SAP, AS/400, or similar).
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills for analysis and reporting.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong analytical and numerical skills.
  • Decision‑making capability.
  • Results‑oriented mindset.
  • High attention to detail and organization.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in cross‑functional teams.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

Languages

  • Intermediate English (technical reading and communication).

 

 

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