This is an India-based, work-from-home, position. You do not have to work on US time but a few hours of overlap daily between IST and US Eastern Time will be needed.
We are a US-based food distribution company expanding rapidly into global markets, and we are looking for an exceptional Cost Accountant to join our core Future Initiatives team. This is a senior-level opportunity to work directly with executive leadership and help shape the future of a growing international business.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform advanced cost accounting analysis across manufacturing, packaging, warehousing, logistics, and distribution operations
- Evaluate new business initiatives and expansion opportunities, building financial models and scenario analyses to assess viability and ROI
- Develop and manage profit center-level reporting at both macro and micro scales, enabling strategic decision-making
- Design and maintain cost structures and forecasting models that support future growth initiatives and operational efficiency
- Partner directly with executive leadership to translate strategic ideas into actionable financial frameworks
Qualifications
Minimum 7+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment is requiredProfessional certification such as CMA (India) or equivalent is requiredExperience in both India as well as the Middle East is desirableDemonstrated expertise in scenario modeling, cost allocation, profitability analysis, and capital project evaluationStrong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to quickly understand complex operational modelsExposure to global shipping, logistics, and warehousing cost structures is a plusWhy This Role Matters
This is not a routine accounting position — you will be part of a high-impact, revenue-generating, team working directly with the Executive Vice President on strategic projects that shape the company’s global expansion. The right candidate will have both the technical depth and strategic mindset to contribute meaningfully from Day One.
Location : India (remote, with potential for occasional travel)