Junior Group Cost Analyst

The Company

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.
At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

Junior Group Cost Analyst

Tasks and responsibilities: 

•    Material Master price records maintenance;
•    Control and update of material master data key fields;
•    Costing runs execution and issue reporting; 

•    Weekly tracking of sales order costing,
•    Support audits;
•    Support in project work;  

•    Local knowledge management and local coordination of global knowledge management;
•    SOP (standard operating procedures) optimization, documentation and organization.
•    Purchase Price variance analysis
•    Capitalization of Production Variances
•    Product cost simulations
•    Support on ad-hoc requests

Leadership:    

•    Team player;
•    Treat sensitive and/or confidential information appropriately.

Knowledge:    

•    Standard Costing knowledge;
•    SAP FI/CO modules, transactions and workflow
•    JDE experience is a plus

Functional/Technical/Soft Skills:    

•    Degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration or similar;
•    Good knowledge of English is mandatory and another European language (German, Italian, French, Spanish or Dutch) is a plus;
•    Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office, namely advanced MS Excel knowledge; 

•    Strong Team Work skills;
•    Good analytical, planning and organisation skills;
•    Effective business writing and professional communication skills; •    Ability to work in an international global work environment.

Experience:    

•    2+ years of work experience in Finance in Business services context;
•    Experience on costing activities
•    Experience in manufacturing environment.

Competencies:    

•    Costumer Focus: internal & external client, excelent service oriented;
•    Collaboration: accountability, integrity and ethical values;
•    Communication: emotional intelligence; assertiveness; resilience; 

•    Continuous improvement: open mind, curiosity, change orientation, efficient solution oriented, creativity, flexibility;
•    High work standards:, independent, systematic and quality oriented way of working, result driven;
•    Flexible and willingness to travel.

Apply Now!

If you are determined, thrive in a fast-paced environment with high levels of accountability and focus, then we’d love to meet you! Please apply using the link below.

At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.