Costing Process Analyst (Carnaxide, PT, 2794-038) at Scandinavian Tobacco Group

Costing Process Analyst 

Finance | Lisbon

Who we are

Our Group is all about crafting rituals that make us more. We take pride in our international brands and successful regional brands, all developed, refined and innovated by talented people who are passionate about their work.

The Group employs approximately 10,000 people worldwide. We have sales offices in North America and Europe and we sell our products to around 100 markets. In the US, we have a market-leading position in handmade cigars and catalogue and internet sales through our ownership of General Cigar and Cigars Int.

Our portfolio contains about 200 leading brands, including the cigar brands Macanudo, La Gloria Cubana, Panter, Signature and La Paz. Pipe tobacco brands include Captain Black, Erinmore, Borkum Riff and W.Ø. Larsen, while our fine-cut tobacco brands include Bugler, Break, Escort, Bali Shag and Tiedemanns.

The Role

The Costing  Process Analyst is responsible for analysing and managing the costs associated with the production of goods or services to support financial planning and decision-making within the organization. This involves ensuring accurate cost measurement, monitoring cost drivers, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and providing reliable cost data.

What You'll Accomplish

Projects and development:

• Support the finance team in cost management initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement of cost accounting processes and calculations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve the product cost calculations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insightful cost analysis that supports budgeting and strategic decision-making

Operational Responsibilities:

• Perform regular costing runs (legal/group) and communicate updated prices to Commercial teams.
• Perform periodic quality checks to ensure completeness and correctness of the cost price calculations
• Ensure correct application of costing principles and provide guidance to relevant stakeholders.
• Manage and maintain standard product costs and product costs in coordination with the Master Data Management (MDM) team.
• Collect and calculate costing data, including rates and fees, for accurate cost loading and provide cost input for new product development (NPD).
• Analyse and reconcile variances in production orders, purchase prices, inventory, and standard costs; investigate discrepancies and prepare detailed variance reports in coordination with the business controllers
• Provide cost data inputs for freight accruals and other logistics-related expenses in coordination with the business controllers.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to cost accounting while ensuring compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.

Performance & Efficiency:

• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and reliable cost data to support management reporting and decision-making.

Your Key Partners in this role

• GFS SDO Lead
• Business Controllers
• Master data Management
• Operations teams
• Commercial teams

How you will succeed

• Accuracy and timeliness of cost reports
• Variance analysis and resolution
• Compliance with accounting standards and internal controls

Who we are looking for

• BA/BSc (Hons) Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience and skills:
  • Total relevant experience of 2-5 Years
  • Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices
  • Experience with ERP systems (Preferably SAP)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • English @ B2 Level or higher