Plant FP&A, Associate Manager

Cost Accounting Manager

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao's Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder's of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

How You Will Make History Here...

The Cost Accounting Manager is responsible for ensuring accurate cost reporting, analysis, and financial controls in a standard cost environment. This role partners closely with operational excellence, plant operations, supply chain and corporate finance to drive cost transparency, support strategic decision-making, and identify opportunities for cost optimization and operational efficiency. Reports directly to the Plant Controller, is responsible for managing financial and tactical objectives to meet plant performance targets through financial cost analyses and plant floor studies. Oversees all cost accounting reporting. Provides value-added cost analysis, cost savings, plant spending, and post-project audits. Assists with Annual Operating Plan (AOP), strategic finance planning, forecasting, auditing, and reconciliations. Prepares statements according to GAAP and SOX. Partners with multiple, cross-functional team members at both at the corporate and plant levels. Coaches and develops financial acumen for business partners to help achieve individual goals, team and business objectives.

What You Will Bring To The Table...(Must Have)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred).
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory accounting, and manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and other financial systems; experience with Kronos / UKG is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, communicate financial insights, and influence operational decisions.
• Strong technical and analytical skills in accounting and finance.
• Computer proficiency in Windows-based software applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills required. SAP experience is essential.
• Thorough understanding of internal control and accounting practices, including budgeting, costing, general ledger, fixed assets, etc.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must responsibly question and challenge financial information and data, rather than accepting it at face value.
• Must have strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Results oriented.
• Must be self-motivated and a self-starter.
• Must possess strong training / facilitation skills.

What You Will Do...

Preferred Attributes

Compensation and Benefits :

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between $84,600-$121,700. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.