Costing Officer
CLAYTON SOUTH, VIC, AU, 3169
Costing Officer, Clayton
- Be part of a dynamic and innovative team
- Opportunity to work on exciting new product developments
- Competitive salary and benefits package
We are a leading manufacturing company with a strong presence in Australia and are seeking a dedicated and detail-orientated Costing Officer to join our Finance team based in Clayton.
About Us
Join our team at McCormick, a leading food manufacturing site known for our commitment to quality and safety. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work environment that values innovation and teamwork. Our success hinges on our people, who are our greatest asset. We put our people first, people who take what they do seriously but not themselves and have been recognized as an Employer of Choice. We are home to some of Australia’s most iconic brands including Keens, Aeroplane Jelly and Gourmet Garden and we are proud to be The Future of Flavor!
Benefits
- A supportive culture & work-life balance: enjoy a workplace that prioritizes your well-being, offering flexible schedules to ensure you can balance work and personal life seamlessly.
- Health & Wellness Initiatives: Access a variety of programs focused on your physical and mental well-being, including fitness challenges and wellness workshops.
- Community Engagement: Be part of a team that gives back! Participate in regional and local charity events and make a positive impact in our community.
- Family-Friendly Policies: Benefit from generous paid parental leave and partner pay entitlements, along with a supportive program to help you transition back to work as a new parent.
- Employee Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our comprehensive recognition and rewards program, highlighting your contributions and hard work.
- Engagement Activities: Enjoy regular fun-filled events like food trucks, coffee vans, and BBQs to foster camaraderie and team spirit.
- Flexible Novated Lease Options: Take advantage of novated lease programs with SG Fleet and Toyota for a convenient way to manage your vehicle expenses.
Position Overview
As a Costing Officer, you will support the Senior Finance Managers by ensuring accurate and up-to-date standard costs for products from New Product Development through to commercialization. You will use multiple systems to analyze cost movements and compare supply sources.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain product and process costing information.
- Set up raw materials, packaging COGS, Co-Pack rates, and overall COGS in SAP and QAD.
- Review BOMs and Routes to calculate cost impacts of production changes.
- Liaise with various teams to confirm costing assumptions.
- Attend NPD meetings to stay updated on incoming costings.
- Ensure SLA of 3 business days for costings is met.
- Identify and implement process improvements.
- Maintain up-to-date SOPs and participate in ad hoc projects.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the Costing Officer role will possess a blend of technical expertise, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to process improvement. They will thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment and be able to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.
Key Attributes:
- Must demonstrate at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment in similar role.
- Possess a strong understanding of P&L and Balance Sheet, particularly in relation to production costs.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Prior experience with ERP systems (SAP, QAD)
- Ability to maintain strong relationships across the Supply Chain and Operations functions.
- Have a keen eye for detail and accuracy in costing.
The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring our costing processes are accurate, efficient, and aligned with our business goals. If you are passionate about cost management and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
If you can demonstrate the key requirements outlined above, are motivated, and would like to contribute towards our continued success, apply online with a copy of your resume and a cover letter by close of business Friday, 7 February 2024.
Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you and your contributions!
Please note that due to our comprehensive recruitment process we will not be able to respond to individual enquiries regarding the status of your application. Only qualified candidates that have been selected for interview will be contacted following interview. Our recruitment process will commence from the date the position is advertised and may be filled prior to the closing date. Thank you for your understanding and interest in this position.
McCormick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you are a qualified applicant, you will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Note: We will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies/third parties, and we will not be liable or responsible for any fees or costs associated with unsolicited CV's sent directly to line managers at McCormick.