Cost & Financial Analyst

Job Overview

• Company: PepsiCo

• Position: Cost & Financial Analyst

• Position Type: Finance / Management Accounting

• Job Types: Full-time

• Work Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Assist Financial Managers in building financial reports, maintaining operational controls, and delivering analytical insights for strategic planning.

• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial performance, Income Statements, Balance Sheets, and product-level SKUs to identify risks and growth opportunities.

• Manage cost accounting, COGS reviews, regulatory compliance, payroll reconciliations, and group financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform standard costing runs, analyze SKUs, and review COGS accuracy.

• Develop financial models, prepare forecasts, and produce financial reports for management decision-making.

• Execute balance sheet reconciliations and ensure audit-ready financial documentation.

• Confirm the accuracy of regulatory remittances and verify timely statutory filings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

• 4–5 years of relevant experience in Management Accounting, Cost Accounting, or FP&A within the FMCG sector.

Preferred Qualifications & Attributes

• Professional accounting certification (ICAN, ACCA, or CIMA).